Farmer’s Market Associate
The Food Trust is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to
affordable, nutritious food and information to make healthy decisions. Headquartered in Philadelphia, The
Food Trust works with neighborhoods, schools, grocers, farmers and policymakers in the city and across
the country to develop a comprehensive approach to improved food access that combines nutrition
education and greater availability of affordable, healthy food. More information about The Food Trust is
available at thefoodtrust.org.
The Food Trust is seeking energetic and committed individuals to manage Farmers’ Markets.
Hours: ~20 hours/week Location: Philadelphia Job Open Date: May through November
The Market Associate will be responsible for supervising Farmers’ Market operations, conducting
nutrition education and promotional activities at the market, operating wireless point-of-sale terminals to
process food stamp transactions, and championing The Food Trust mission and farmers’ market network.
Opportunities for time off during the season are limited.
Responsibilities include:
 Establish and maintain strong relationships with farmers and vendors:
o Foster communication with and between vendors
o Respond to vendor needs
o Develop ways to assess stand-holder business
o Troubleshoot and mediate with vendors as needed
o Monitor vendors’ adherence to Food Trust regulations
 On-site management Farmers’ Market
o Ensuring set-up and break down of market, and operation in accordance with relevant
rules and regulations
o Engage in at-market promotional efforts
o Provide customer service to market patrons
o Coordinate activities surrounding onsite volunteers
o Work with office staff to maintain overall market appearance
o Maintaining weekly market paperwork, including that for SNAP and Philly Food Bucks
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of relevant work experience. Have the ability to
work outside in spring, summer, and fall in all types of weather. Possess strong oral, written
communication and organizational skills. Have experience in community outreach and
organizing with the aptitude to work independently and as a team player.
Salary: $9 per hour
Employment Category: Part-Time; Seasonal
To apply: E-mail resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please reference “Market
Associate” in the subject line. Please do not call.