Community Programs Lead

Town & Country Markets, Inc.•Poulsbo, WA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Community Programs Lead who is passionate about bringing people together through vibrant in-store classes in our Community Kitchen or engaging events in the market and out in the neighborhood. This role involves building relationships, supporting local causes, and leading programs that strengthen community ties while showcasing the brand as the Eating Company. T&C is a family-owned company dedicated to building authentic relationships through heartfelt service, treating people as individuals, and offering the freshest, highest-quality products. We are passionate about food and people and seek service-minded individuals from all backgrounds.

Requirements

Passion and connection to food and food trends
Cooking/food service experience
Interest and enthusiasm for cooking/nutrition
Basic social media skills
Comfort with public speaking
Must possess intermediate computer skills including MSOffice
Flexibility to work mornings/afternoons/evenings/weekends/holidays as needed
Exemplifies health department standards
Excellent communication and record keeping skills
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Possesses full body mobility (bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching) and have excellent manual dexterity
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
18 years or older

Responsibilities

Participates in, coordinates, and oversees all in-market sampling as directed by CPM
Facilitates in-market tours as scheduled
Coordinates outside vendor demos with location/schedules and sets up in conjunction with CPM
Does daily record keeping for sampling program costs, transfers, etc.
Provides oversight to Community Programs Clerks
Participates in training and development for community programs team
Participates as requested in merchandising planning meeting in partnership with Market Manager and team
Works with Market Manager as a resource for feedback in the weekly merchandising plan
Fills in for CPM in their absence
Ensures the dissemination of and adherence to all company and department policies
Supports and follows sustainability programs
Supports and follows all safety and security policies
Provides and role models attitude of service to staff and customers
Operates within the Company’s Core Values and Company Brand