Company description

Radish Farm Stop is a 100% local market & cafe opening in South Minneapolis Spring 2026.

It combines the best of farmers markets with the ease of a grocery store... and keeps farmers and the community fueled with locally roasted coffee.

The mission of Radish Farm Stop is to cultivate an economically vibrant community of local farmers and thoughtful consumers by creating a daily marketplace for locally-grown produce and other goods alongside a full service cafe.

Job description

We're looking for a passionate manager to join our team and support the founder/owner in pre-launch tasks 1-2 hours per week (paid $25 hourly) until both transition to full time before the store launch.

Upon store opening, they will assist in leading the daily operations of the market and cafe. This is a unique opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a startup dedicated to supporting local farmers and providing our community with high-quality, locally sourced food.

As the Assistant Store Manager, you'll be pivotal to the business success, responsible for everything from creating an outstanding customer experience to managing day-to-day operations and nurturing our relationships with local vendors. This is a hands-on role that requires a leader who is ready to hustle and grow with us.

Position Details
Hours: approximately 40-50 hours per week

Compensation: $40-50k, salaried

Vacation: 3 weeks, paid

Benefits:  $300 monthly Health care stipend, 20% discount, free coffee.

Work Location: Radish Farm Stop

Key Responsibilities
Operations & Leadership:

• Leading the operations of the store's cafe
• Assist in overseeing all daily operations of the market and cafe, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment
• Assist in managing and training a small team, fostering a positive, collaborative work culture for all employees. 
• Work with the owner and HR when an HR situation arises, participating as appropriate in HR processes.
• Ensure all health, safety, and quality standards are met and exceeded

Facilities and Inventory Maintenance

• Assist with coordination of maintenance for refrigeration and other equipment. Maintain positive relationships with various repair companies, contractors and helpful humans.
• Assist with preparedness for routine inspections and emergencies

Customer Service & Community Engagement:

• Lead by example to provide exceptional customer service, creating a friendly and knowledgeable atmosphere for every person who walks through our doors
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and concerns with a professional and positive attitude
• Act as a community ambassador, communicating our mission and values to customers and vendors
• Assist in event planning and community outreach efforts

Vendor Relations:

• Assist in recruiting new vendors and strengthening relationships with our local farmers and producers
• Coordinate product orders, deliveries, and inventory with vendors to ensure a fresh and diverse selection

Growth & Development:

• Work closely with the owner to identify opportunities to grow, streamline processes, and develop new initiatives
• Contribute ideas and energy to help shape the future of our business

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

• A commitment to supporting the local food economy and local growers and producers. 
• A natural leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to clearly communicate and convey information to a number of different types of people including staff, producers, contractors, and the public
• Ability to react calmly and positively to unforeseen or difficult situations in a solutions-oriented way
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• A problem-solver who is flexible, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• An organized individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality
• A team player who is excited to roll up their sleeves and contribute to a mission-driven startup
• Availability on weekends

Preferred:

• Experience in a cafe or coffee shop
• Previous management experience
• Experience working with farmers

This role is an opportunity to help build a business and career in support of local agriculture. If you're ready for a challenging but rewarding role with significant opportunities for personal and professional growth, we encourage you to apply.

It is Radish Farm Stop's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, height, weight, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Radish Farm Stop prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $35,568* - $50,000

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Deadline

February 28, 2026