Job description
The Company:
At Smallhold, we're building the resilient farming infrastructure of the future. From advanced distribution and farming hubs to modular, high-output technology-enabled Minifarms, we're bringing the farm to the people, supplying the freshest organic produce to entire cities on a block-by-block basis.
Since 2017, Smallhold has established itself as the leader in US specialty mushroom production with our products found in top retailers like Whole Foods and Central Market and some of the nation's most exciting restaurant kitchens, such as Maison Yaki, the Standard Hotels, and Bunker Vietnamese.
Our mushrooms, farms, and team (including an amazing cohort of farmers) have been featured in publications like The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Gizmodo, Bon Appetit, Martha Stewart - to name a few.
What's next for Smallhold? Our network is growing and with it we're rapidly expanding our infrastructure, building farms in new markets and bringing specialty mushrooms to more people than ever before. We have big plans for this year and need people like you to help us spread our roots across the country!
The Position:
As a Market Promotions Team Member, you will help grow our direct to consumer/retail sales via local farmer's markets around NYC. This is a part-time role with a rapidly growing company and successful candidates will thrive in our innovative operating environments while contributing to our mission-driven culture.
The Challenge:
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Communicate and educate local consumers about our farm and products (MUSHROOMS!)
- Assist with inventory management and accurate reporting of all transactions
- Facilitate setup/breakdown and retail customer service operations in retail markets and popup/temporary farm stands around NYC
- Alongside a teammate, manage customer interactions and packing and weighing mushrooms to order
- Additional duties and projects as assigned
The Person:
- Passion for local and sustainable food
- Ability to travel locally to various retail locations and popups/farm stands
- Ability and willingness to support Market Promotions Team, covering team member vacations as needed
- Willingness to work weekends/early morning shifts
- Experience in farmer's market, retail, or produce sales
- Comfort with physical work (must be able to lift 50 lbs comfortably)
- Strong communication skills and preference for working in team environments
- Experience with POS (Square preferred)
- Clean driver's license
Nice to Haves:
- Culinary interest or experience
The Details:
The Pay: $21.50
The Location: Various popup and farm stands around NYC
Smallhold celebrates difference and diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We are committed to building an inclusive work environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging and respect. If there is anything we can do to ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.50 per hour
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