Farm Market Sales Lead

Farmers’ Market Sales Manager

Farm Description:

Wild Flight Farm is a 24-acre certified organic mixed vegetable farm in Mara, BC that has grown into a successful business over the past 25 years. This firmly established family farm has a strong following at year-round farmer’s markets in the communities of Salmon Arm and Revelstoke. Produce is also shipped weekly to organic home delivery services in Kelowna and Vernon.

Overview:
A large proportion of the produce grown at Wild Flight Farm is sold at 2 farmers markets:

• All Organic Farmers' Market in Salmon Arm on Wednesday afternoons
• Revelstoke Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings

This is a full-time year-round position for an enthusiastic, farmers' Market Sales manager.

The Position:

We are looking for someone with demonstrated farmer's marketing experience to take on the role of attending these 2 weekly markets. The position will also include writing the farm e-newsletter, maintaining the farm website and using our social media channels to promote produce sales. Additional tasks would include assisting with vegetable planting, weeding, and harvest as required between markets.

Since market days tend to be long and one market is on Saturday, the work schedule would be 4 days/week from Wednesday to Saturday. The work continues year-round with the winter hours shifting somewhat to match different market schedules.

This position is suited to someone with experience in organic vegetable growing, with great customer service skills, and an appreciation for the farmers' market atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor produce quality as it is being packed
• Drive large delivery truck to and from markets
• Set up, operate, and take down a large produce market stand in all weather
• Supervise and work together with additional market staff
• Keep accurate records of produce sales and returns
• Make notes and prepare a weekly farmers' market report
• Oversee farm newsletter, website, and social media communication

• Assist with vegetable planting, weeding, harvesting and packing where needed

Qualifications and Skills:

• At least one full season of experience on an organic vegetable farm
• Demonstrated customer service experience and competence
• Good mental math abilities for adding customer purchases quickly
• Must be able to lift heavy tables and 50 lb produce boxes
• Practical problem-solving abilities when faced with unforeseen events
• Proficiency with website and social media platforms
• Knowledge of and experience with vegetable production methods and organic standards
• A positive, can-do attitude and a drive to work quickly and efficiently

Compensation:

• Position is full-time, year-round with more flexible hours/time off in winter months
• Wage range is $21 - $25/hour depending on experience with yearly compensation reviews
• Extended health benefits package, including medical, dental, and visual coverage
• Access to discounted and free farm produce for personal/family use

How to Apply?

Please see our website www.wildflightfarm.ca

Please include a cover letter describing your motivation to apply for this job and the specific skills/experience you have that match the work description and skills required.

Apply by: March 31st, 2024

Start date: ASAP

While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
ONLY applications from Canadian residents will be considered.

Find Out More: Click here for a short drone video of the farm.

Check out our FaceBook and Instagram pages.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31
Expected start date: 2024-04-01