Job description

The mission of Hawthorne Valley Farm Store is to provide the highest quality biodynamic, organic, local and regional food to the community at reasonable prices and in a profitable manner; in doing so the store will support the ongoing mission of Hawthorne Valley Association.

The Farm Store is looking for an energetic, organized, and reliable candidate to fill a part time (28 hours per week) Produce Assistant opening. The Produce Assistant's primary responsibility is to assist and act as a backup for the Produce Buyer/Manager in running the department.

If you are looking to keep busy and active while maintaining a fairly regular work schedule, but not looking for a full-time work commitment, this may be the job for you!

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Display fruits and vegetables in an attractive and organized manner.
• Coordinate and follow regular cleaning and stock rotation schedules.
• Follow established procedures and ensure subordinate staff members are doing the same.
• Work with manager to coordinate and set up promotions and special displays.
• Assist customers with produce questions in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner.
• Place orders from a variety of local farms and regional distributors.
• Unload deliveries, ensuring quality and accuracy of orders received.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Experience serving the public
• Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with produce
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in cold, wet conditions
• Regular, predictable attendance.

The anticipated schedule for this position is 6:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Wednesday through Saturday.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ghent, NY 12075: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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