Farmers Market Associate

The Farmers Market Associate is a front‑line employee who works at one or more of Hi‑Rise’s 10 weekly markets across Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, and surrounding towns. Both full‑time and part‑time candidates will be considered, with priority given to applicants who can work the entire market season (late May through Thanksgiving).

• Pre‑market preparation: product packing, inventory checks, and loading the market van
• Driving: drive the market van to the market site
• Setup: unload van, set up tent, tables, displays, and products
• Front‑line market work: provide exceptional customer service, demonstrating knowledge of all market products
• Breakdown and return to bakery: pack market tent, tables, displays, and products, drive back to the bakery, unpack the van and complete some setup for the next day’s market

• A passion for Hi‑Rise’s products and for the value of farmers markets and the community of market vendors
• An ability to thrive while working independently
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to safely and comfortably operate market vans in urban and suburban settings
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including one‑person market tent setup and other associated lifting
• An eagerness to work outside in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain
• The ability to work a shift that can exceed 10+ hours in length
• The ability to commit to a full market season from early May through Thanksgiving
• Experience with market work at a farm or food service vendor (though prior experience is not required)