About the Organization: WFCF is a non-profit organization in its 29th season of farming. In addition to running a mixed vegetable farm, WFCF’s operations include robust education and food access programs. WFCF supplies food to our CSA, Mobile Outreach Market, and Veg Rx programs, as well as local food access partners, Waltham Public Schools, and various events throughout the season. 

About the Position: The CSA & Farm Stand Assistant Manager helps make our CSA and Farm Stand a success. The CSA program at WFCF provides 20 weeks of farm fresh vegetables from early June through late October to over 400 families. This position assists the Farm Stand Manager in operations of the Farm Stand & CSA, ensuring guests have the best possible experience. This position also works closely with our Farm Managers to ensure CSA information is clearly communicated to shareholders and staff. This position includes working Saturday CSA Distributions, leading work shares, and managing Saturday distributions when the Farm Stand manager is not present. The Assistant Manager is the point-person for CSA staff and guests when the Farm Stand Manager is not present. 

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about local food, interested in retail, and provides exceptional customer service. 

General Responsibilities Include: 

  • Provide support to Farm Stand Manager in overseeing Saturday Farm Stand & CSA operations
  • Create a warm and welcmoing atmosphere for all shareholders and guests on the farm 
  • Follow protocols regarding opening and closing procedures, including money management 
  • Assist in supervision of CSA work share staff 
  • Answer questions about the farm, organization, products we sell, farming practices, CSA membership, and other relevant information 
  • Help maintain a clean and orderly barn environment as well as surrounding areas (wash station/coolers/PYO stand) 

Farm Stand Responsibilities Include: 

  • Receive retail deliveries ensuring for inventory and quality 
  • Price & stock retail products with an emphasis on aesthetics and presentation 
  • Track inventory and expriation dates with the support of the Farm Stand Manager 
  • Confidently use the Square POS system for customer transactions including SNAP, HIP, and FMNP transactions
  • Assist and train work shares on the POS system with the support of the Farm Stand Manager
  • Create signgae for promotion, sales, and general product information 

CSA Responsibilites Include: 

  • Set up, break down, and restock produce displays 
  • Follow food safety guidlines for proper produce handling 
  • Actively engage with shareholders about their CSA experience, recipes, and farm news 
  • Follow CSA opening, closing, and record keeping procedures to ensure accurate information is delivered to the Farm Manager 
  • Lead Saturday CSA Distribtions, with the assitance of the Farm Stand Manager and manage all aspects of Saturday CSA distributions if Farm Stand Manager is not present 
  • Ocassionally work with volunteers for extra help on Saturday distributions 

Qualifications: 

  • Experience with or interest in organic vegetable production, farm stand sales, and/or seasonal cooking 
  • A friendly and welcoming personality and desire to engage with shareholders & guests 
  • Problem solving and quick thinking in a retail setting 
  • A strong work ethic and sense of urgencey when completing time sensitive tasks 
  • Ability to prioritize tasks 
  • Prior experience with POS systems is preferred 
  • Strong organization skills 
  • A positive attitude and good sense of humor 
  • Willingness to work in all kinds of weather 
  • Work cooperatively in a team 
  • Strong verbal communication skills 
  • Comfortable leading others in a positive and reliable manner 
  • Potential to fill in during other CSA Distribution days as needed is a plus 
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs. and do heavy lifting repeatedly and safely throughout each shift as needed 

Compenstation: $17.5/hour

Benefits: A 20% discount at the Farm Stand and vegetables from the farm when available

Hours/Dates: 160 hours / Saturdays, 8am - 4pm, June 8 - October 26th (no July 6th shift) 

To Apply: Please send a resume & letter of interest describing your relevatnt exprience to Ana Strayton, Farm Stand & Distribution Manager, at ana@communityfarms.org 

WFCF requires adherence to our wellness protocols, including precautions to avoid transmission of bacterial and viral infections. 

WFCF is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, marital status, disability, age, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.