Position Overview:
During the school year, we partner with the Capital Area Food Bank and Dreaming Out Loud to operate more than 50 monthly Joyful Food Markets, promoting healthy eating among elementary school students in Wards 7 and 8. But when school is out, our Summer Joyful Food Markets step in to ensure families continue to have access to fresh, nutritious food. Families can shop at no cost for high-quality produce and pantry staples. This position will support Martha’s Table’s Market Leaders to complete essential set-up and operational tasks and ultimately ensure that community members have a joyful experience when picking up their groceries.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist Market Leader with market set-up tasks, including setting up tables, baskets, and other supplies
- Support unloading and organizing produce and dry goods deliveries from vendors
- Ensure the market is stocked with grocery items throughout the market
- Interact with community members in a front-facing role to provide excellent customer service
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Developed May Include:
- Interpersonal skills: Interacting with other volunteers and staff effectively to ensure a seamless market experience
- Communication skills: Actively listening to other volunteers, staff, and community members when they communicate their needs
- Problem-solving and time-management skills: Working in a fast-paced market environment to balance operational needs vs. the needs of the market. For example, if we are out of stock of a popular food item, but the line is very long.
- Leadership skills: If necessary, delegate tasks to other volunteers so they can effectively support you
- Organizational skills: Ensure food inventory and supplies are stocked neatly
Working Description:
While performing the duties of this job, the assistant may be asked to stand for extended periods of time, comfortably lift 30-50 lbs., and maintain an active shift.
Parking Information:
- There is only street parking available; the nearest metro station is Anacostia.
Market Location:
- The market will be located in the parking lot.
