Jonboy Caramels a small artisan candy company looking for a highly motivated and competent person to fill a crucial role in the production of our caramels during our busy holiday season.
Position # 1:
Job Description:
-Operating our candy wrapping machine (clean and maintain)
-Packaging caramels
-Assist in cooking and pouring caramel batches
-General cleaning and upkeep
Applicant should:
-Care about making a quality product
-Have eagerness to help increase efficiency of production
-Be flexible and open to suggestions
-Be able to work closely with a small workforce (friendly)
-Be able to lift at least 60 lb
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday (9am-5pm) Late October-Mid/Late December
Compensation: $20 per hour plus end of season bonus
Please email resume with response to jason@jonboycaramels.com
Position # 2:
Job Description:
Caramel Sauce Cook:
The position would entail:
-Precise measuring of ingredients
-Cooking caramel sauce batches
-bottling caramel sauce
-cleaning equipment/dishes
Applicant should:
-care about making a quality product
-have eagerness to help increase efficiency of production
-be flexible and open to suggestions
-be able to work closely with a small workforce (friendly)
-be able to lift at least 60 lb
Schedule: 9am-5 pm (Saturdays) Late October-Mid December
Compensation: $20 per hour plus end of season bonus
Please email resume with response to jason@jonboycaramels.com
Firefly Farmers Market Staff
Are you outgoing and friendly, with an interest in healthy local food? Firefly is currently looking for part-time Farmers Market staff who like engaging with and educating customers, talking about Firefly products, and have experience with sales. In this position, you will be working independently to promote, sample, and sell Firefly Kitchens' products.
This position is part-time, working either the Saturday University District or Sunday Ballard farmers markets. We hire based on character, desire, willingness and ability. We are an equal opportunity employer, mission-driven, and our culture is vibrant. We are a small company and looking for team-players who want to help build our community to its full potential!
Please note this position requires you have a valid driver’s license and vehicle large enough to transport supplies.
Primary Duties:
You will be involved in all aspects of the following:
Picking up, transporting, and setting up gear for the event.
Sampling and selling Firefly Kitchens products
Chatting with customers and curious shoppers about fermented food and Firefly products
Recording inventory, using Square, and reconciling cash
End of day clean-up and returning materials to Firefly kitchen facility.
Ideal candidates for this position will have:
Valid driver’s license and vehicle large enough to transport supplies
Experience working in sales or retail
Experience, or interest, in local food production and gut health
Availability to work 2 weekend days per month
Sunny personality and a strong communicator
Valid driver’s license and vehicle large enough to transport supplies
Ability to lift and move 50 pounds at a time
Ability to stand for the length of a workday
Valid food handlers’ permit
Demonstrated commitment to food safety and good judgment
COMPENSATION $20-$21 per hour DOE + 3 products per shift to keep or trade
HOW TO APPLY Please send your resume and a description of why you are interested in working for Firefly Kitchens to info@fireflykitchens.com.
Kitchen Staff (Full Time & Part Time)
Monday-Thursday, Ballard
FT: 30 hrs per week, and no weekends! | PT: 10-15 hours per week, and no weekends!
Firefly Kitchens is a small, dynamic company and maker of wild-fermented foods - specializing in kimchi and sauerkrauts. We are currently seeking two dedicated kitchen production workers to fill one full-time (approximately 32 hours per week) and one part-time (16-20 hours per week) position, working a Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm schedule. Have your weekends and evenings off!
Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, possess a strong commitment to quality in their work and have a positive, can-do attitude. You'll have weekends free, work in a fun, inclusive environment and have plenty of time to enjoy summer! Full-time employees also receive 5 paid holidays, PTO and health care. Kitchen production days are Monday - Thursday, hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm and wage is $20-$24 DOE.
Candidates must be detail-oriented and possess a strong commitment to quality in their work. We offer a supportive, inclusive environment, competitive wages and flexible scheduling.
Candidates should be comfortable participating in all of the following:
Cleaning, peeling, chopping and shredding vegetables
Weighing and packaging finished product
Prepping and palletizing orders
Set-up and end of day cleaning
Ideal candidates for this position will.
Enjoy working on a small team in a friendly, supportive, inclusive, drama-free environment
Possess a passion for quality work through teamwork and solid communication
Be comfortable standing 2+ hours at a time and be able to lift 50 pounds
Experience working in a commercial kitchen or food production environment is a plus!
We hire based on character, desire, willingness and ability; are an equal opportunity, mission-driven employer and offer a culture that is vibrant and full of passion.
TO APPLY: Please email your resume and a note describing what sparks your interest in Firefly Kitchens to info@fireflykitchens.com. Thank you!
Farmers Market Associate
The Bangalore kitchen is a small family business started by two food loving people who want popularize the regional cuisine of Karnataka to Seattle. To make this vision come true, we have a stall at the Ballard farmers market with a simple fixed menu of dosas, and khara bath and kesari bath. We also have rotating specials to introduce different foods.
The Ballard farmers market is a fun and one of the biggest farmers markets in Seattle. It is also a year round market. As we move into a busy summer season we are looking for farmers market associates.
Responsibilities can vary on a weekly basis depending on staffing and the various challenges a pop-up may be prone to.
Ideal candidates would
Have a fun personality who likes to interact with colleagues and customers alike
Be a problem solver since every market day is unique with different challenges
Have some experience in the food industry
Need to be available from 8:30-2:30 on every Sunday
Special skills that we are looking for include
ticket management : organize incoming tickets and convey orders to grill masters
Manage dosa delivery to waiting customers
Bonus if you have experience with ticket management in another establishment.
Pay $18 + tips
Please send resume to info@thebangalorekitchenseattle.com
Eaglemount Wine and Cider is looking for a Seattle/Tacoma part time representative that can work the Ballard Farmers Market every Sunday. Other responsibilities include:
Manage and deliver to wholesale accounts
Knowledge of cider and wine, and sales.
$20/hr plus tips and incentives
If you are interested please contact at info@eaglemountwinery.com
Holmquist Hazelnut Orchards, LLC is looking for friendly and outgoing sales associates to join our team for the 2023 farmers' market season. You will be running our farmers' market booth
Compensation: $25.00/hour $1000 bonus end of October
Employment Type: Part-time (up to 32 hours per week Wed., Thur., Fri., Sat. and Sun.) May-October, MUST BE AVAILABLE THROUGH OCTOBER 14TH
Job Title: Farmers Market Sales Associate
You might be a good fit for our team if you:
Love interacting with customers and thrive in a sales role.
Are excited by the opportunity to help grow the company.
Love to work outdoors.
Are a self-starter.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Job starts from storage locker and requires some driving. Drive time is paid.
Duties will include direct selling products in an open air environment, providing information and answering questions, setting up and tearing down display table, cash handling and recording information.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
A vehicle to take product and materials to markets and back. (4 door car will work)
Valid WA State Driver's license and auto insurance.
Must have a current Food Handler Permit or the ability to obtain one.
Excellent face-to-face customer service and communication skills.
Able to explain the unique aspects of our products and company.
Listening to customers and reporting feedback to management.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ensuring adherence to standards and food safety regulations at each market.
Effectively monitoring and managing inventory.
We will need your resume with work history and references.
We'd love to hear from you! Call Brian for more information (360) 306-1043
Thank you!
Farmer's Market Sales Representative
(Full Time or Part Time, year around $20-28/hr) - Greater Seattle Area, WA
We are seeking farmers market sales representatives to work a minimum of two markets per week, up to five markets per week in the Seattle area. Medical Benefits (FT) and Employee elective benefits (dental, vision, life, PT/FT) available for year round employees.
See job description and compensation at hierophantmeadery.com/careers
Send your resume with a cover letter describing why you are a good fit for this position, and two professional references to contact@hierophantmeadery.com
Are you a pickle LOVEr, or at least a liker? Bonnie B's Peppers is adding to our team for multiple positions during the summer. We are seeking a Salesperson to sell our homemade, hand-packed pickles, peppers, and relishes at local farmers markets and Pike Place Market.
We are also looking for production staff at our Pike Place production facility as well. Come see how we put all that LOVE in a Jar.
Must be personable, a food lover and a quick learner. We pay well, $18/hr. to start, like to have fun, but also work hard. You must be able to lift 30 lbs., stand on your feet for 6-8 hours and keep up with quick banter. You must also have a King County Food Worker card, but have a grace period to get it.
We are very LGBTQ friendly and encourage personal expression.
If you, or someone you know is interested, please email us at bonniebspeppers@gmail.com with Pickles in the subject. Great for college students and all food lovers! We look forward to seeing you all this summer!
R’Sential Candles is looking for an energetic, results driven retail Sales Associate to be responsible for all sales job duties, from generating leads to closing sales. Sales Associate duties requires you to work in a booth standing 5-6 hours, and responsibilities include working closely with customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about our products and recommend the right products. You should be able to promptly resolve customer complaints and ensure maximum client satisfaction. To be successful as a Sales associate, you should stay up-to-date with product features and maintain our store’s visual appearance in high standards. Ultimately, the duties of a sales associate are to achieve excellent customer service, while consistently meeting the store’s sales goals.
Responsibilities
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
Assess customers needs and provide assistance and information on product features
Welcome customers to the store and answer their queries
“Go the extra mile” to drive sales
Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
Actively seek out customers
Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
Process POS (point of sale) purchases
Cross sell productsTeam up with co-workers to ensure proper customer service
Build productive trust relationships with customers
Comply with inventory control procedures
Skills
Proven work experience as a Retail Sales associate, Sales representative or similar role
Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
Proficiency in English
Basic Math skills
Working knowledge of customer and market dynamics and requirements
Track record of over-achieving sales quota
Hands-on experience with POS transactions
Ability to take down and setup booths (Help will be provided)
Solid communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
Ability to perform under pressure and address complaints in a timely manner
Availability to work flexible shifts -standing 5-6 hours
High school degree; BS degree in Marketing or related field would be a plus
Contact: Keith at customersupport@rscandles.com
