Z Farm Market Sales Associate

Urban Growers Collective Inc•Chicago Heights, IL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Urban Growers Collective seeks a passionate, community-driven Sales Associate to support market operations at the Z Farm Plant Nursery & Farmstand. This is primarily a customer-facing, community-centered farmstand role with some light operations support. On a typical day, most of your time will be spent helping customers, managing sales, and keeping the stand stocked and welcoming. The ideal candidate is personable, reliable, and committed to promoting local food access. Weekend availability and a valid driver’s license are required.

Requirements

Experience working with people in a customer-facing, community, or service-oriented role
Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable presence
Ability to stay organized and follow through on tasks in a fast-paced, outdoor environment
Comfort working both independently and as part of a team
Willingness to learn and take initiative
Valid Driver’s License and willingness to drive
Able to work weekends
Must be able to pass a background check
Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds
Frequent bending, lifting and standing for long periods
Frequent interaction with customers
Exposure to varying temperature changes when working in produce cooler and greenhouse
Willingness to follow food safety and cash-handling protocols

Nice To Haves

Retail experience
Experience working with produce, plants, or in food or retail environments
Familiarity with point-of-sale systems (like Square) or basic cash handling
Basic familiarity with tools like Google Workspace

Responsibilities

Welcome and support customers with friendly, inclusive service
Answer questions about produce, plants, and UGC programs in a conversational way
Operate the register, handle payments, and close out daily sales
Keep displays stocked, organized, and easy to shop
Help create a warm, inviting farmstand experience that keeps people coming back
Maintain a clean, organized market space, including produce areas and coolers
Ensure products are labeled with accurate pricing and information
Handle produce and plants according to food safety and quality standards
Water and care for nursery plants as needed
Work closely with team members to keep daily operations running smoothly
Occasionally assist with transporting produce or materials between sites (for those comfortable driving)
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Represent Urban Growers Collective in a respectful and community-centered way