The New Roots program works with refugee farmers to develop small farm businesses by providing hands-on support and education in the field, at farmers’ markets, and during English classes and skill-focused workshops.

Duties:

• Set up and break down tables at Farm Share pick-up location
• Deliver produce bags to customers picking up their shares
• Wear a mask and practice social distancing at all times
• Demonstrate basic food-safety practices
• Demonstrate successful communication with customers
• Document customer questions and comments
• Positively represent the New Roots program and treat customers with friendliness and respect

Qualifications:

Required

• Strong communication skills, including fluency in English
• Ability to stay flexible and calm when unexpected situations arise
• Schedule flexibility – be willing to work weekday hours during evenings and/or lunch hours
• Physical Demands: Must be able to squat, get in and out of a truck bed, lift up to 20-40 lbs., set up 10’ x 10’ tents and 8’ tables

Preferred

• Experience working in environments that are multi-cultural and multi-lingual
• Experience with agriculture, gardening, or a related field