Job Summary:

Individual will manage a family-owned farm market, including the staff and product. The market manager is accountable for supervision and support of department managers and staff, setting the general atmosphere for work ethic and customer service, goal setting and attainment, completion of projects and evaluation to generate profits for the business. The manager will develop and grow relationships with vendors and oversee purchasing of current and new product. The market manager will exercise authority and independent judgement regarding making decisions, while reporting directly to the owners.

Responsibilities:

Provide prompt and Friendly service to our customers

Engage and interact with customers to create a positive and familiar shopping experience

Overseeing department managers and staff

Train, motivate, evaluate and guide staff to current and future goals of the business

Sustain a high-level knowledge of all products, especially what is grown at Weaver's Orchard, its uses and seasonality.

Establish and achieve sales and financial objectives.

Assist owners with special projects and tasks as required.

Personal Attributes:

Pleasant, outgoing, and skilled in all forms of communication

Managing time in a fast paced environment during busy days/ seasons

Organized and keep accurate records

Minimum Qualifications:

High school Diploma

Must have experience in retail and management of people and product ( preferred 5 years total experience in retail, 2 years of experience in management)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong initiative, self motivated

Must be flexible and able to adapt to an ever-changing retail environment

Must be able to work as a team.

Must be able to lift up to 50Lbs frequently

Job requires prolonged standing, walking, and lifting, with the potential for prolonged work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Structure:

This position requires a minimum of 45hours/week for most of the year. Busy season hours (summer and fall) are determined in part by efficiency of the individual filling the role. Must be able to work all Saturdays (except for pre-approved time off for important events) during the busy season (May through December) and at least 3 out of 4 Saturdays per month in the slow season (January through April). Most holidays are required with adjusted hours (except when the market is closed -- see market hours on website). NO SUNDAYS -- market closed.

Weaver's Orchard Inc

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