Assistant Farmers Market Manager-Oakland/Grand Lake

Agricultural Institute of Marin • Oakland, CA

7d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) is seeking a dedicated part-time Assistant Farmers Market Manager for its year-round farmers market held every Saturday at the Grand Lake Farmers Market in Oakland. This entry-level position involves assisting the Market Manager in the smooth operation of the market, including setup and breakdown, and providing excellent customer service at the Information Booth. It offers a potential career pathway in farmers market operations, agricultural education, or local food systems strategies.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. repeatedly and load/unload equipment from a truck.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, outgoing attitude with a strong sense of teamwork, initiative, and accountability.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• General knowledge of, or genuine interest in, food systems, agriculture, and farmers markets.
• Ability to work early mornings and extended shifts (approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m each Saturday, rain or shine).

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish or Cantonese

Responsibilities

• Assist the Market Manager with all aspects of market operations, including securing the site and overseeing market setup and breakdown.
• Set up, maintain, and break down market equipment, including ATM(s), signage, information booth, restrooms, entertainment areas, café seating, and waste diversion stations (recycling, compost, and garbage).
• Staff the information booth, providing excellent customer service and processing customer transactions.
• Operate AIM's EBT program, including processing EBT transactions and distributing tokens for eligible food purchases.
• Foster positive relationships with vendors, customers, staff, community organizations, local businesses, and government representatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed