Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Unlimited PTO
403B retirement plan
Employee assistance program
Open PTO
40 hours sick time
Job Description
Food Access LA, established in 1996 and formerly known as SEE-LA, is a prominent nonprofit organization situated in Southern California dedicated to bridging the gap between communities and healthy food. The organization champions sustainable food systems, economic development, and community health by operating the largest network of mission-driven farmers' markets in Los Angeles. Its core mission revolves around enhancing food access, nutrition education, and supporting small regional farms and local food businesses to grow and prosper. Food Access LA’s innovative programs focus on expanding the reach of public nutrition benefits, delivering extensive education on nutrition to low-income families and underserved... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum three years of relevant professional experience
- proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
- ability to work Fridays from 12:30 PM to 9 PM with a 30-minute unpaid break
- availability for Tuesday team meetings
- ability to handle cash transactions
- strong organizational and communication skills
- ability to work independently
- preferred bilingual in English and Spanish
- knowledge of market regulations and compliance
- experience in community engagement
- ability to manage multiple priorities
- willingness to work in varying indoor and outdoor weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience such as retail, customer service, non-profit programming, event planning, or community organizing
- working knowledge of basic business and food retail operations
- experience working with small-business owners or owning a small business
- ability to execute communications and community outreach strategies
- capability to manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines
- ability to work independently with strong organization and detail orientation
- proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, social media apps and other technology platforms
- comfortable handling cash
- must be able to work Tuesdays and Fridays
- ability to speak, read, and write in English and Spanish strongly preferred
- experience with Certified Farmers' Markets
- experience working with underserved, low-income communities
- knowledge of compliance standards related to the Department of Agriculture, Department of Public Health, and other agencies
- community-centered work experience in and around Echo Park
Job Duties
- Recruit and retain farmer/vendors
- enforce Food Access LA and other local, regional, state, and federal regulations
- communicate market policies and activities to vendors
- work with onsite security to resolve emergencies and conflicts
- oversee vendor stall placements
- manage physical setup and takedown of market
- maintain market grounds
- distribute market correspondence
- manage supply inventory and storage space
- operate information booth and sell merchandise periodically
- ensure market cleanliness after close
- process vendor payments and required paperwork
- update social media with market news and promotions
- support special events like food demos and book signings
- maintain weekly accounting and payment reconciliation
- coordinate with senior management for permits and compliance
- develop and distribute promotional materials
- promote market within the community and at events
- organize and attend vendor and community visits
- participate in meetings and collaborative initiatives
- assist with fundraising and grant acquisitions
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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