Seasonal Retail Associate - Appleton Farms - Ipswich, Massachusetts
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Ipswich, Massachusetts Ag Jobs
Job Ref: | 1719209372 |
Employer: | Ag Jobs |
Company Name: | THE TRUSTEES OF RESERVATIONS |
Category: |
Banking - Financial Services
Broker - Merchandiser Customer Service Dairy Farming Food Safety Livestock Operations Other Sales – Business Development |
Job Type: | Temporary - Seasonal |
Location | |
Country: | United States |
State: | Massachusetts |
City: | Ipswich |
Map: | United States, Massachusetts, Ipswich (Show on map) |
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Job Details Job Location Appleton Farms - Ipswich, MA Position Type Seasonal Description About The Organization: The Trustees is an organization with a fascinating past and an exciting future. Our places are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in what we do. Founded in 1891, by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts and work to protect special places across the state. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 25,000+ acres on more than 100 reservations that are all open to the public. We are a nonprofit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 40,000 members. Our seasonal staff plays an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places. With the change to warmer temperatures, we experience an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties. Sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture-there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor's experience special. Position Summary: The Seasonal Retail Associate is a part-time, seasonal position (May-October) at the Appleton Farm Store and reports directly to Farm Store management. In this role, you will perform day-to-day operations, including: operating the cash register; processing online orders for pickup; selling Trustees memberships; restocking products; maintaining store cleanliness; and providing exceptional customer service as an ambassador of Appleton Farms and the Trustees. The ideal candidate will have a passion for: food and cooking; sustainable agriculture and local farming; and community relationships and supporting small, local businesses. You model excellence in customer service and have experience contributing to all onsite requirements, with a general knowledge of online marketplaces; and the ability to learn new computer systems. This position requires someone who is a self-starter and has the ability to function independently and with a team. Candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a minimum of one year of work experience. Candidate must be able to consistently lift up to 40lbs & stand for long periods of time (at least 6 hours). The Seasonal Retail Associate will have a weekly schedule of 10-20 hours per week (not to exceed 28 hours per week within the Appleton Farms Store hours of operation (Tuesday-Friday 9AM-7PM and Saturday-Sunday 9AM5PM) The position is for approximately 15 hours per week, depending on the week and candidate's availability. Start date is early May. The season runs through October. Pay Rate: $16.25 per hour In This Role You Will: Essential Functions:
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The Trustees offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors, who love the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever. In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees of Reservations aim to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of our team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission. |
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