- This position will be active in increasing access to healthy, local foods in Tucson as well as supporting local farmers and the local food system
- This position will support each major piece of the mobile market, from purchasing from farmers to bringing that produce to the community, so it’s a great way to support the Tucson food system at multiple levels
- You’ll help facilitate a joyful market for our customers, deepen relationships with our farmers, do outreach and marketing, and support our volunteers
- This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about food systems, is a clear, energetic, and warm communicator, and is interested in a physically active role
- Member Duties : Work with our PLAZA Mobile Market team to implement twice-weekly mobile markets
- Chat with customers about locally grown fruits and vegetables, nutrition, and foods traditional to the southwest
- Facilitate pickups of produce from partnering farm organizations and farmer drop-offs
- Recruit and train volunteers to assist with all aspects of programming
- Implement best practices with food safety, including cleaning the kitchen and dishes
- Market and promote programming through social media, flyers and community outreach events
- Assist with hands-on needs for The Garden Kitchen programming
Must be able to work outside in heat, cold, and a variety of weather conditions; lift 25 pounds; work independently; and must be available in person on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
