Farm Stand Manager

• Managing farm stand staff members, to include hiring, training, coaching, disciplinary actions, terminations, scheduling, payroll, and all other management functions
• Responsible for filing permits for farm dinners and all farm events with the relevant authorities (town, state of MA) in a timely manner
• Responsible for planning and executing our signature public events, Tomato Fest & Fall Frolic in coordination with the marketing & food and beverage department
• Managing day-to-day display & retail operations for a small high-volume farm stand
• Collaborating with the harvest coordinator and farm manager to ensure a constant supply of fresh vegetables to the farm stand
• Participate in pro-active planning to determine most popular vegetable selections and display methods
• Maintaining the health of nursery stock and plants for sale
• Positively engaging with our loyal customer base
• Assist with promoting and marketing the farm-stand
• Neatly packing, labeling, packaging all vegetables to the exacting standards of the Chatham Bars Inn
• Maintaining a clean, neat, and well-organized retail display area
• Maintaining accurate sales records and bookkeeping practices
• Manage a diverse crew to ensure speed, efficiency and quality standards are upheld
• Maintaining quality standards and ensuring that all products leaving the farm meet the impeccable standards of the Chatham Bars Inn Farm
• Transport and delivery of farm products will also be required
• Participate in general farm-hand duties as necessary

• Previous retail management experience is preferred
• Basic math and bookkeeping skills required
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage a diverse crew of farm stand workers
• Calm and positive attitude, even when working under stressful conditions
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude and neat appearance
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work under challenging ergonomic conditions, including work that requires frequent crouching, bending and kneeling
• Ability to regularly lift loads of 50 pounds or more
• Must be able to work outside in all climates
• Must be flexible with the schedule and work weekends and holidays
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Candidates with a strong passion for sustainable agriculture and experience farming are preferred

• comprehensive health insurance
• retirement plans
• paid time off
• on-site wellness programs
• local discounts
• employee rates on hotel stays
• ongoing training and development opportunities