Company description

People’s Food Co-op is a values driven, community-owned natural foods store, and we operate with a democratic, consensus-based Collective Management structure. As Collective Managers, we operate the store together, meaning that in addition to each of us holding a core position, we work Storekeeping shifts, serve on committees, attend monthly meetings, and participate in collective decisions to keep the Co-op financially sustainable and to make it a great place to work. Collective work requires us all to be actively engaged, and though it might be more work, our dedication to a democratic workplace serves both us and the broader community.

Job description

This 35-40 hour/week position includes Operations Management, Collective Management, and storekeeping responsibilities. The purpose and job descriptions for these positions are as follows:

Perishable & Dairy Buyer
• Responsible for the selecting, pricing, and promoting designated products
• Responsible for meeting objectives for sales, margin, and inventory turns
• Maintains good relations with vendors
• Fulfills special orders and assists customers.

Collective Manager
• Keep the Co-op financially viable
• Make food available to people in a humane environment
• Further People’s Ends and the Cooperative Principles
• Democratically manage the Co-op’s operations within the constraints (Limitations Policies) set forth by the Board of Directors

Storekeeper
• To engage community members and provide prompt, welcoming service.
• To keep the store clean, safe, and well-functioning.
• To further the Ends of the co-op.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

April 27, 2024

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