Job Opportunity:
We are looking for a fun and hard-working individual to join our team! We are an award-winning organic family farm located in Lake Chelan, WA growing specialty organic produce since 1991.
Our team at Chelan Ranch is made up of 3 companies. The farm (Diamondback Acres) grows specialty varieties of certified organic apples, cherries, and blueberries. The packing and shipping company (Glacier Fed Organics) sells these premium commodities to local businesses here in the valley as well as high-end co-ops in Seattle and San Francisco. The retail side of our farm (Chelan Ranch Organics) is selling and shipping fruit directly to the doorsteps of our customers via our website. Chelan Ranch has a beautiful events venue and cozy “farm stays” tucked away in the orchard. All arms of this business are expanding rapidly and we are seeking to broaden our local presence and have our farm stand open daily to help us with these endeavors. While this position is listed as part-time/seasonal, this is a wonderful opportunity for someone who may want to continue growing with our business in the coming years, as we expect a lot of growth in this area, and seasonally speaking, this could turn into a full-time job.
Job Description - Part-Time:
The Retail Sales Associate at the Farm Stand is a Part-Time/Seasonal role focused on enhancing the success of our retail brand, Chelan Ranch Organics. This position primarily involves conducting fruit and retail sales at both the farm stand and the farmer’s market. Responsibilities encompass managing inventory, restocking products, aiding in the fulfillment of pick-up orders, and delivering customer service at the Ranch. Given the nature of a compact team, anticipate engaging in diverse tasks, goals, and projects as we collectively contribute and support each other in our versatile roles. This role has the potential for progression to a full-time position depending on the level of contribution and success. The Retail Sales Associate will report to the Retail or Wholesale Manager.
Temporary Fulfillment Lead (Maternity Leave Cover):
As the interim Fulfillment Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing our online fulfillment activities during the maternity leave of our Fulfillment Supervisor, tentatively during the period between April 1st - May 15th. This role involves but is not limited to; processing/fulfilling online orders, scheduling carrier pickups, maintaining and reporting an inventory of all packing material, and quality control of all fruit and perishable products. The Temporary Fulfillment Lead will report to the Wholesale and Retail Managers.
Learning opportunities include Customer Service, Retail Sales, Inventory Tracking, Quality Control, and Office Administration.
You would be a great fit if the following traits and skills describe you:
Hard-working
Organized
Trustworthy
Entrepreneurial
Responsible/Accountable
Very efficient with technology, computers, and phone apps
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, electronically, etc.)
Detail-oriented
Problem-solver
Able to work individually and as part of a team
Eager to learn
Ability to multitask
Great with people, outgoing/friendly
Over time, your roles may become broader or more focused, depending on your experience and dedication to the company.
Some roles for this position may include, but are not limited to:
Answer phone/relay messages
Reconcile cash register daily
Check deposit box and Venmo to record self-serve sales in square
Keep inventory in square up-to-date
Greet and guide visitors at the fruit stand
Check out customers using Square
Set up u-pick station at farm stand with clean buckets, liners, open sign
Set up, manage, and take down booth at farmer’s market
Fulfill any online pick-up orders and
Track/restock inventory into the self-serve station and farm stand shelves
Clean/organize
Maintain compliance with government, state, and local regulations
The candidate best suited for this role thrives in environments with little structure, meaning that you can teach yourself new things using the internet or YouTube and find where you can be helpful without needing to be told. The ideal candidate has a deep desire to comprehensively learn how a business works and understand each part of the process. They have no problem starting at the bottom and working their way up for a company that they believe in.
Job Requirements:
Preferably be bilingual in Spanish
Must be able to lift boxes up to 40 lbs.
Able to stand or walk for an 8-hour shift
Able to sit at a computer for an 8-hour shift
College degree is not required but you should show excellent past academic work, post-secondary work, or the equivalence of work experience
Prior business experience is a plus, (Google Apps like Docs, Sheets, Mail and Calendar, Todoist, Excel, Shopify, Gorgias, Canva, etc.) but not required if you are the type of person who can learn quickly and jump in with both feet
Must have strong computer and technology skills
The temporary position (order fulfillment) requires you to be available Monday through Wednesday during business hours.
Starting in May, retail store sales will require you to be available on weekends.
The culture here is to work hard, stay humble, and stay positive.
Compensation & Benefits: Part-Time based on 15-25 hours, $18-22 per hour DOE, Paid Time off for Sick Leave and Family & Medical Leave, Workers’ Compensation Insurance.
Please send us your cover letter, resume, and 3 references. Include a brief statement describing your dream job, as well as why you think you’d be a great fit for our Farm Stand Retail Sales Associate & Temporary Fulfillment Lead.