Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $20.00
Work Schedule
On-call
Day Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Sustainable Economic Enterprises of Los Angeles (SEE-LA) is a prominent nonprofit organization established in 1996. It is dedicated to fostering sustainable food systems, promoting economic development, and connecting individuals to healthy, nutritious food in Southern California. SEE-LA has positioned itself as a leading force in the community by operating the largest network of mission-driven farmers' markets in Los Angeles. These markets not only offer access to fresh, local produce but also serve as hubs for community engagement and education. In addition to managing these farmers' markets, SEE-LA pilots innovative programs that extend public nutrition benefits, making nutrient-rich food more accessible... Show More
Job Requirements
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods during market hours
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers and vendors
- Dexterity in using hands and fingers to operate tablets and telephone keyboards for clerical work
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Capability to perform stooping, kneeling, and squatting tasks
- Willingness and preparedness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including rain, heat, or cold
- Must be able to work at multiple market locations including Central Ave, Watts/Willowbrook, Crenshaw, and Compton College Farmers' Markets
- Must be able to work part-time filling in shifts from 8 to 16 hours
- Must be self-motivated and able to multitask
Job Qualifications
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Interest in certified farmers' markets, agriculture, nutrition, cooking, food assistance programs, local food and craft production, and community outreach/organizing
- Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred
- Takes direction well
- Self-motivated
- Strong multitasking skills
- Must be able to work Sundays or Thursdays
- Some crisis/emergency management training and/or First Aid certification a plus
Job Duties
- Set up and breakdown the Farmers' Market equipment including information booth, customer seating, parking area, signage, and trash bins
- Maintain and fix market equipment including canopies, tables, and chairs
- Sweep and clean areas of the market as needed
- Separate trash, recycling, and green waste and empty waste bins regularly throughout the market day
- Support the market team as needed including moving vendor equipment
- Assist with special market events and other tasks as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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