Be a part of one of the best farms in Boulder County! We are a diversified vegetable farm growing over 100 different crops on 25 acres. We have a farm store at Thomas Open Space in Lafayette and are looking for a veggie lover to help us staff our store!
Hours
You must be able to work every Mon, Tues, and Wed from 11 am to approximately 6:30 pm. We also have some weekend shifts available.
This is a seasonal position starting immediately and going through the end of October.
20-30 hours per week
Job Description and Qualifications
We are looking for someone who loves vegetables!
On weekdays you will work alone in the store and be responsible for the entire operation of the store. (This not just a cashier job.) There will be people working in the vegetable processing area in the other half of the building but only one person working in the store. On weekends there are usually several people working together in the store.
We are known for having beautiful vegetable displays. You will be responsible for setting up and breaking down the displays every day as well as keeping them well-stocked throughout the day.
Retail experience and familiarity with Square POS system are desirable.
You must be able to work independently, but also follow detailed directions.
You must be able to work at a fast pace in a busy environment. You must also be self-motivated and able to complete necessary tasks at times when the store is not busy.
You must be able to lift 50 lbs multiple times each day. We have to move a lot of heavy things like bins of melons or winter squash.
Application
If you’re interested in working at Red Wagon Farm, please respond by e-mail with the information requested below.
Name
Address
Phone Number
Please attach your resume if you have one.
Availability:
Are you available Mon, Tues, and Wed from 11 am to approximately 6:30 pm? These hours are required.
Are you interested in working any weekend hours? The hours are 9 am to approximately 7 pm. Half day shifts are available.
When are you available to start work? We are looking for somebody who can start within a few days.
Will you be able to commit to the entire farm season? We need someone who can start immediately and work through October. (This is a seasonal position.)
Are there any dates you would be unavailable (vacation, etc)?
Please describe any past job experience involving agriculture or produce.
Do you have anything we should know about that would prevent you from doing physical work? Are you able to lift 50 pounds multiple times each day?
How did you hear about this position? (Craigslist, Indeed, Red Wagon website, Facebook, friend, etc)
Please provide two to three work-related references with a description of your relationship with the people you list.
Tell us anything else you care to share about yourself.
Red Wagon Farm is a non-smoking and drug-free workplace.