Company description

Our mission is to nurture a thriving, inclusive marketplace that connects people with Vermont’s farmers, food producers, and artisans. By supporting education, outreach, and local enterprise, we promote sustainable agriculture, healthy communities, and equitable access to fresh, locally grown food.

Job description

Applications due by April 6th for priority consideration

The Burlington Summer Farmers Market is seeking reliable and enthusiastic Market Staff Members to help create a welcoming and well-organized market experience for vendors, customers, and volunteers. This seasonal position runs from May 9th to October 31st, 2026, with markets held every Saturday.

Position Overview

Market Staff Members play a key role in setup, operations, customer service, and breakdown of the weekly market. This role requires dependability, flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform physical tasks in all weather conditions. Staff members report to the Market Manager and assist vendor support, customer inquiries, merchandise sales, and financial transactions.

Hours: Approximately 8 hours per week (Saturdays, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM).

Pay: $18.00/hour - Staff who work at least 22 of 26 scheduled market days and meet attendance expectations will receive an end-of-season bonus based on attendance ($200-$400).

Key Responsibilities

Market Operations & Logistics

• Assist with setup and breakdown of the market, including lifting and assembling equipment, and placing ropes for vendors.
• Ensure signage is properly placed before opening and removed after closing.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized market environment.

Customer & Vendor Support

• Provide friendly, professional customer service throughout the market.
• Address questions and feedback from vendors, customers, and volunteers.
• Work collaboratively with the Market Manager and other staff to ensure smooth market operations.

Sales & Financial Transactions

• Sell and manage inventory of market merchandise.
• Handle market transactions, including administering SNAP tokens, and Crop Cash.
• Operate EBT and Square payment systems.
• Track and report hours and sales to the Market Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must be available most Saturdays from May 9 – October 31st, 2026 (6:00/7:00 AM – 3:00 PM).
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and moving equipment.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with diverse groups of people.
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

How to Apply

Interested? Email your resume and a brief statement on why you want to work at the Burlington Farmers Market to manager@burlingtonfarmersmarket.org. Applications due by April 6th for priority consideration

Compensation

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

Application instructions

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Deadline

April 06, 2026