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We are hiring for a seasonal part-time farmers market coordinator

We are excited to offer a seasonal job for the 2024 market season!

About:

The Farmers Market Coordinator is a seasonal contract position beginning May and extending through September 2024. The Coordinator is responsible for managing up to two markets per week located in Gig Harbor and Tacoma OR Puyallup, Washington. Duties include packing and hauling market equipment to market site, setting up and taking down market stand, managing market sales, talking with market patrons and customers, reporting market tills, and assisting with other small market-related tasks as needed.

List of Qualifications:

  • 18+ years of age

  • Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle with current insurance (must be willing to pack and haul market equipment using own vehicle)

  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and willingness to move heavy equipment (e.g., market tent, folding tables, coolers)

  • Must be available on Thursdays and Saturdays throughout the summer months

  • Enthusiasm for salmon and fishing preferred

  • Knowledge of salmon species preferred

  • Friendly and outgoing personality preferred

Market Schedule & Compensation:

  • Ability to start training in April or early May

  • Waterfront Farmers Market - Gig Harbor - Thursdays - June through August

  • Proctors Farmers Market - Proctor District, Tacoma - Saturdays - May through September

  • Puyallup Farmers Market - Pioneer Park Pavilion, Puyallup - Saturdays - May through September

  • $200 per market (please expect a 8 hour work day)

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a statement of interest to Alex via email at harborfishcompany@gmail.com. Applications are reviewed upon receipt and the position is open until filled. Contact Alex if you have any questions at the email address listed above.