Founded in 1996, Food Access LA is a leading Southern California nonprofit organization, connecting people to healthy food, promoting economic development, and building sustainable food systems. We operate the largest network of mission-driven farmers’ markets in Los Angeles as well as programs that provide nutrition education, food access, and opportunities for small regional farms and local food businesses to thrive. 

Our programs include: 

• Operating a network of community-based certified farmers’ markets in Los Angeles.

• Piloting and championing programs that stretch public nutrition benefits for the purchase of fresh, nutrient-rich food.  

• Providing extensive nutrition education programs to low-income families and to children in underserved schools. 

• Coordinating food relief for local families struggling with food insecurity. 

Compensation Details

• 28 hours/week, flexible schedule
• Compensation: $25 - $26/hr, DOE
• Paid-time off: Open PTO Policy after 90 days of service
• Sick time: 48 hours/year
• Eligible for 403(B) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan Available 

Summary of Responsibilities   

Each Market Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the market they are assigned to including: recruitment and retention of farmer/vendors, social media marketing, communications with a variety of market stakeholders, and coordination of other market activities and programs, all under the direction of the Senior Manager, South LA Farmers’ Market Operations. The position requires working Wednesday’s from 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with a 30-minute unpaid break and availability on Tuesdays for team meetings + availability to float to other Food Access LA markets on an as needed basis.   

Watts Willowbrook Farmers’ Market (Wednesday’s from 7:00 AM– 3:30 PM) 

Leads regulation and compliance including but not limited to:  

• Enforce Food Access LA rules and other pertinent Regional, State, and Federal laws and regulations (Direct Marketing, California Retail Food Code, etc.)    

• Communicate market policies, activities, and rules to all vendors    

• Work with onsite security to resolve + deescalate emergencies, complaints, and requests from vendors, customers and community partners   

• Oversees vendor stall placement 

Oversees market staff with the following market day tasks: 

• Physical set-up and take-down of market 

• Maintain market grounds  

• Distribute Load Lists, market memos, and other market correspondence to market vendors 

• Maintain market supply inventory 

• Maintain, organize and tidy up the market storage space 

• Operate information booth  

• Sell market / Food Access LA merchandise periodically   

• Assure that the market site is clean once the market is closed and vendors have left 

Facilitates effective market administration: 

• Effectively facilitates vendor check out 

• Update social media (Instagram feed and stories, Facebook, Twitter) with relevant market news, vendor updates, seasonal finds, etc. 

• Plan, implement and/or support special events such as food demonstrations, cultural celebrations, book signings, etc. 

• Organize and maintain weekly market supplies 

• Other duties as assigned by manager 

Office / Work From Home (2.5 weekdays) 

• Manage weekly market accounting and reconciling (in office required): 

• Process all load lists from the previous market day. 

• Reconcile and submit all forms of payment including cash, check, EBT, Market Match, and WIC. 

• Complete weekly market day sales and redemption reports. 

• Organize and replenish EBT / Market Match supplies. 

• Communicate with vendors and market stakeholders regarding market policies, activities, and rules. 

• Maintain vendor files and other administrative tasks as needed. 

• Work with Food Access LA’s Regional Manager, South LA Farmers’ Market Operations to secure all necessary permits for operation of a Certified Farmers’ Market. 

• Collaborate with state and federal agencies to ensure vendor compliance as needed. 

• Develop digital and print promotional materials. 

• Promote the farmers’ market on social media and within the community, including presentations to schools, local businesses, churches, and other community-based organizations. 

• Organize market events + programming such as book signings, food demos, etc. 

• Interface with community leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders. 

• Organize and attend farm, kitchen and studio visits as needed. 

• Participate in Food Access LA Farmers’ Market Operations and other Food Access LA initiatives: 

• Attend regular meetings including, but not limited to: 

• Weekly supervision meetings with Regional Manager, South LA Farmers’ Markets 

• Farmers’ Market Program Team Meetings every other week 

• Monthly Food Access LA staff meetings 

• Other meetings and trainings as required 

• Participate in internal working groups and other collaborative activities as time permits 

• Fundraise on behalf of Food Access LA 

• Other duties as assigned as manager 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience (retail, customer service, non-profit programming, event planning, community organizing, etc.) 

• A working knowledge of basic business and food retail operations, experience working with small- business owners, and/or past experience owning a small business. 

• Experience with executing communications and community outreach strategies. 

• Experience managing multiple tasks and working with competing deadlines. 

• Can work independently, organized and detail-oriented. 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Zoom, Social Media apps and other technology platforms. 

• Comfortable handling cash. 

• Must be able to work Tuesday's and Wednesday’s 

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Ability to read and write in English and Spanish. 

• Community centered work in and around Watts-Willowbrook and the surrounding area

• Experience working at a Certified Farmers’ Market (vendor, management, staff, etc) 

• Experience working with underserved, low-income communities with awareness and integrity. 

• Knowledge of standards and compliance and other protocol related to the Department of Agriculture, Department of Public Health and other local, state and federal agencies. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This role involves physical activities to effectively support the necessary functions at Food Access LA's Farmers' Markets. Candidates should be capable of performing the following tasks:

• Standing and Sitting: The employee will be required to stand for extended periods during market hours, interacting with customers and vendors. Additionally, sitting may be necessary for administrative tasks.

• Communication and Dexterity: Effective communication is crucial as the role involves interacting with customers and vendors. Using hands and fingers to operate a tablet and telephone keyboard is essential for administration of clerical work.

• Lifting and Setup: The role entails lifting tasks such as lifting boxes, setting up tents, and arranging tables. The ability to lift up to 50lbs is required for these tasks.

• Stooping, Kneeling, and Squatting: The employee should be able to perform tasks that require stooping, kneeling, or squatting, such as arranging equipment and handling inventory.

• Outdoor Work: Most of the work will take place outside, potentially in various weather conditions, including rain, heat, or cold. Candidates should be prepared to work comfortably in these conditions.

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