Harvest and Market Assistant
City Green City Green Clifton, NJ Clifton, NJ Part-time Full-time Part-time Full-time $18.
50 an hour $18.
50 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Reports to:
Market Director or Clifton Farm Manager Position Summary Harvest and Market Assistants serve as seasonal staff for our farming, Veggie Mobile, and CSA operations.
They support every aspect of getting fresh produce to people's tables, from seeding to harvesting to packing to selling.
The Harvest and Market Assistant will work with City Green's farm team to maintain crop beds and fields as well as harvest, process, and pack vegetables in preparation for City Green's Veggie Mobile and CSA programs.
Harvest and Market Assistants will set up City Green's farm stand and Veggie Mobile markets, complete customer transactions while providing excellent customer service and information about the fruits and vegetables for sale, and break down the farm stand at the end of each market.
Additionally, Harvest and Market Assistants will record transactional data, account for market inventory, engage customers at the market, and more.
Market Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Loading and unloading crates of fresh fruits and vegetables for transport to and from market locations Driving the Veggie Mobile to and from each market site, which include local libraries, senior centers, municipal buildings, and more Setting up and breaking down farm stands, tents, tables, produce, and displays according to City Green standards Ensuring that produce and other food products are stored, displayed, and handled properly Completing cash and federal benefit transactions (SNAP, WIC, FMNP) at all Veggie Mobile market sites Implementing the Good Food Bucks incentive program at all market sites for SNAP, WIC, and FMNP customers Collecting and recording transactional data for each market site Providing friendly and respectful customer service to all Veggie Mobile shoppers Performing other duties as assigned Farm Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Harvesting, washing, processing, and packing produce for our CSA, wholesale, and market programs Assisting in greenhouse tasks including seeding, watering and general maintenance Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
regularly & ability and willingness to work in often uncomfortable physical positions for short or long periods of time (example:
we work on our hands and knees often and we work outside in all weather) Caring for our farm animals, including feeding, watering, and helping with our rotational grazing systems Performing other duties as assigned Participation in field work under the leadership of our Director of Agriculture and Farm Manager, including:
weeding, transplanting, mulching, tarp moving, mowing and weed whacking Additional Responsibilities include:
Fostering and maintaining positive relationships with partners throughout programs Maintenance of records and files for contacts and program materials Support for printed materials (flyers, newsletters, reports, etc.
) Procuring materials within organization guidelines and managing expense reporting Timely and professional communication with collaborating staff and outside program partners Participate in All Hands On Deck activities, where all City Green staff cooperate on a large project, event, educational program or volunteer day Support initiatives and programs throughout the organization as needed Be prepared to represent City Green in a variety of situations with partners, guests, funders, government officials, other stakeholders, and community members Adhere to City Green's principles and policies Adhering to City Green's policies and practices around diversity, equity and inclusion Be prepared to support interdepartmental events activities Follow organizational policies and standards for safety and liability Qualifications Must have excellent customer service skills and be comfortable working with diverse customers Comfortable completing and recording monetary and federal benefit transactions in fast-paced settings Friendly and positive attitude required Experience working closely with a team Familiarity with food access, locally grown produce, organic agriculture, and food systems a plus Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions and capable of lifting 40-50 lbs Must be available on select nights and weekends as needed Familiarity with federal benefits (SNAP, WIC, FMNP) a plus Ability to speak Spanish preferred Valid driver's license of at least 24 months (driver history check conducted upon hiring) Hours and Compensation:
Harvest and Market Assistants are paid $18.
50/hour.
Training will be provided, and several positions are available.
This is a seasonal position (May - November) ranging from 30-40 hours per week.
Harvest and Market Assistants must be available on select weekends and evenings.
All City Green Employees Must:
Be authorized to work in the United States Have a valid driver's license in the state they reside in, at least 2 years driving experience, and be at least 19 years old.
To apply:
Visit to https:
//form.
jotform.
com/233464818541157 apply.
Positions are filled on a rolling basis.
Early application is encouraged! Please contact us at 973-869-4086 or email protected with any questions.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$18.
50 per hour Expected hours:
30 - 40 per week
Benefits:
Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Weekends as needed Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
50 an hour $18.
50 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago Reports to:
Market Director or Clifton Farm Manager Position Summary Harvest and Market Assistants serve as seasonal staff for our farming, Veggie Mobile, and CSA operations.
They support every aspect of getting fresh produce to people's tables, from seeding to harvesting to packing to selling.
The Harvest and Market Assistant will work with City Green's farm team to maintain crop beds and fields as well as harvest, process, and pack vegetables in preparation for City Green's Veggie Mobile and CSA programs.
Harvest and Market Assistants will set up City Green's farm stand and Veggie Mobile markets, complete customer transactions while providing excellent customer service and information about the fruits and vegetables for sale, and break down the farm stand at the end of each market.
Additionally, Harvest and Market Assistants will record transactional data, account for market inventory, engage customers at the market, and more.
Market Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Loading and unloading crates of fresh fruits and vegetables for transport to and from market locations Driving the Veggie Mobile to and from each market site, which include local libraries, senior centers, municipal buildings, and more Setting up and breaking down farm stands, tents, tables, produce, and displays according to City Green standards Ensuring that produce and other food products are stored, displayed, and handled properly Completing cash and federal benefit transactions (SNAP, WIC, FMNP) at all Veggie Mobile market sites Implementing the Good Food Bucks incentive program at all market sites for SNAP, WIC, and FMNP customers Collecting and recording transactional data for each market site Providing friendly and respectful customer service to all Veggie Mobile shoppers Performing other duties as assigned Farm Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Harvesting, washing, processing, and packing produce for our CSA, wholesale, and market programs Assisting in greenhouse tasks including seeding, watering and general maintenance Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
regularly & ability and willingness to work in often uncomfortable physical positions for short or long periods of time (example:
we work on our hands and knees often and we work outside in all weather) Caring for our farm animals, including feeding, watering, and helping with our rotational grazing systems Performing other duties as assigned Participation in field work under the leadership of our Director of Agriculture and Farm Manager, including:
weeding, transplanting, mulching, tarp moving, mowing and weed whacking Additional Responsibilities include:
Fostering and maintaining positive relationships with partners throughout programs Maintenance of records and files for contacts and program materials Support for printed materials (flyers, newsletters, reports, etc.
) Procuring materials within organization guidelines and managing expense reporting Timely and professional communication with collaborating staff and outside program partners Participate in All Hands On Deck activities, where all City Green staff cooperate on a large project, event, educational program or volunteer day Support initiatives and programs throughout the organization as needed Be prepared to represent City Green in a variety of situations with partners, guests, funders, government officials, other stakeholders, and community members Adhere to City Green's principles and policies Adhering to City Green's policies and practices around diversity, equity and inclusion Be prepared to support interdepartmental events activities Follow organizational policies and standards for safety and liability Qualifications Must have excellent customer service skills and be comfortable working with diverse customers Comfortable completing and recording monetary and federal benefit transactions in fast-paced settings Friendly and positive attitude required Experience working closely with a team Familiarity with food access, locally grown produce, organic agriculture, and food systems a plus Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions and capable of lifting 40-50 lbs Must be available on select nights and weekends as needed Familiarity with federal benefits (SNAP, WIC, FMNP) a plus Ability to speak Spanish preferred Valid driver's license of at least 24 months (driver history check conducted upon hiring) Hours and Compensation:
Harvest and Market Assistants are paid $18.
50/hour.
Training will be provided, and several positions are available.
This is a seasonal position (May - November) ranging from 30-40 hours per week.
Harvest and Market Assistants must be available on select weekends and evenings.
All City Green Employees Must:
Be authorized to work in the United States Have a valid driver's license in the state they reside in, at least 2 years driving experience, and be at least 19 years old.
To apply:
Visit to https:
//form.
jotform.
com/233464818541157 apply.
Positions are filled on a rolling basis.
Early application is encouraged! Please contact us at 973-869-4086 or email protected with any questions.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$18.
50 per hour Expected hours:
30 - 40 per week
Benefits:
Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Weekends as needed Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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