Farmers' Market Site Attendant, PT

Are you passionate about supporting local farmers and promoting healthy eating in your community? The City of Pittsburgh is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a part-time Farmers' Market Site Attendant. As a Site Attendant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the success of our weekly farmers' markets by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for vendors and visitors. We are looking for someone who is organized, reliable, and has a strong commitment to sustainability and supporting small businesses. If you are a friendly and outgoing individual with a love for fresh produce and community engagement, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

1. Greet and welcome visitors to the farmers' market in a friendly and professional manner.
2. Engage with visitors and promote the benefits of buying from local farmers and supporting small businesses.
3. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the market by setting up and organizing vendor spaces, directing traffic, and assisting with vendor needs.
4. Monitor the market area to ensure cleanliness and safety standards are maintained at all times.
5. Provide excellent customer service by answering questions, resolving complaints, and assisting with any issues that may arise.
6. Collect and record vendor fees, maintain accurate records, and assist with financial transactions.
7. Act as a liaison between vendors and market management, communicating any concerns or suggestions to improve the market experience.
8. Promote upcoming markets and events through social media and other marketing channels.
9. Assist with market setup and breakdown, including lifting and moving equipment and supplies.
10. Attend trainings and meetings as required to stay updated on market operations and procedures.
11. Serve as a positive and knowledgeable representative of the City of Pittsburgh and the farmers' market program.
12. Embrace the values of sustainability and healthy eating, and actively promote these principles within the community.
13. Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with other market staff and volunteers.
14. Continuously seek ways to improve the market experience for vendors and visitors and make suggestions for changes or improvements.
15. Adhere to all city and market policies and procedures, including safety protocols and code of conduct.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Farmers' Market Site Attendant, PT in Pittsburgh, PA, USA is $9 - $14 per hour. This range may vary depending on the specific job duties, level of experience, and the employer's policies. Some employers may also offer additional benefits such as tips, bonuses, or commission.

Pittsburgh is a city in western Pennsylvania at the junction of 3 rivers. Its Gilded Age sites, including the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the Carnegie Museum of Art and the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, speak to its history as an early-20th-century industrial capital. In the North Shore neighborhood are the modern Andy Warhol Museum, Heinz Field football stadium and PNC Park baseball stadium.