Position: Assistant Market Manager
Location: Kingston, NB
Hourly Rate: Starting at $18.00 per hour
Part-time: 15-20 hours per week
Flexible Hours (with required Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
Seasonal Contract: May 1st, 2025 – Mid November
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Market Manager to help support the daily operations of the largest rural farmers market in New Brunswick. This position will involve assisting with a variety of tasks to ensure smooth market days and contribute to the ongoing growth of the market.
Education and Experience
- Education: High school graduation certificate
- Experience: Work experience in a related field is an asset (not required)
Key Responsibilities
- Market Day Support: Assist the Market Manager in setting up for the market day by setting up umbrellas and tents and help ensure all vendors are in their designated places. Throughout the day, check in with vendors to address any needs, and ensure washrooms are stocked and garbage bins are regularly emptied.
- Social Media Management: Maintain the KFM Facebook page by posting 2-3 updates per week to engage the community.
- Event Support: Assist in the planning and execution of special market events.
- Groundskeeping: Perform routine grounds maintenance to keep the market environment clean and welcoming.
- Facility Maintenance: Conduct weekly cleaning of the market building.
Room for Development
- Vendor Organization: Support in organizing weekly vendor participation and placements.
- Website Development: Contribute to the development and maintenance of the market website.
Additional Information
- Required & Flexible Hours: Saturdays 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM each week. Other tasks can be completed during flexible hours, based on your availability.
- Possibility for future advancement
If you are passionate about local markets, enjoy working in a team environment, and have a strong desire to see local small businesses succeed, we encourage you to apply!
Only applicants accepted for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. Last day to apply is April 11, 2025