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Farmers Market Manager jobs are open across municipal government, nonprofit organizations, agricultural cooperatives, and community development agencies, at levels from assistant manager to director, with specializations in vendor relations, event programming, and market operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Part-Time Team Member – Kitchen & Farmers Market Sales
Bad Dog Salsa | Family-Owned | Local Growing Brand
Bad Dog Salsa is a fast-growing, family-owned business with a strong presence in the Valley’s farmers markets and artisan retail stores. We’re looking for reliable, hard-working team members to join us as we continue to grow!
We currently have one part-time opportunity available:
Kitchen Salsa Production Assistant
- Assist with small-batch salsa production
- Help with prep, packaging, and kitchen organization
- Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
Farmers Market Sales Associate (Flat fee plus commission, avg $160 - $200 per shift)
- Represent Bad Dog Salsa at local farmers markets
- Engage with customers and provide product samples
- Set up and break down market booth
- Process sales and handle transactions
Availability Required:
Must be available Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable standing for up to 6 hours
- Able to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
We’re looking for team members who are dependable, personable, and excited to be part of a small business where your work truly matters.
Check us out at BadDogSalsa.com, Instagram, and Facebook to learn more about who we are!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a reliable vehicle to transport booth supplies and ice chest of product?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in farmers market manager jobs.
- Two or more years of farmers market, event management, or agricultural program experience
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, onboard, and manage vendor relationships
- Experience managing market budgets, grants, or nonprofit financial reporting
- Familiarity with SNAP, EBT, and USDA farmers market promotion programs
- Strong public communication skills for community outreach and sponsor relations
- Proficiency with scheduling software, spreadsheets, and basic social platforms for market promotion
Tips for Your Farmers Market Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to market operations
Highlight vendor recruitment numbers, market attendance growth, and budget management experience directly on your resume. Farmers market manager roles reward concrete operational outcomes, so replace vague duties with specific results from past markets or events you managed.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists farmers market manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target seasonal hiring windows strategically
Most farmers market manager postings go live between January and March as organizations prepare for spring and summer seasons. Search actively in those months to catch the highest volume of openings before competition increases.
Demonstrate food system knowledge in applications
Many hiring managers screen for fluency in local food systems, USDA farmers market promotion programs, and EBT or SNAP acceptance operations. Weave these specifics into your cover letter to show you understand the regulatory and community context of the role.
Prepare scenario answers about vendor conflict
Interviewers frequently ask how you've handled vendor disputes, rule enforcement, or space allocation disagreements. Prepare two or three concrete examples that show you resolved conflict while keeping vendor relationships intact and market operations running smoothly.
Negotiate start date around market season timing
If you receive an offer in late spring or summer, clarify whether the role starts mid-season and what onboarding looks like during peak market days. Knowing the operational calendar helps you ask the right questions and set realistic expectations with your new employer.
Farmers Market Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most farmers market managers?
The most active employers for farmers market managers right now are Schneider, The Big Brine, and Williams-Sonoma, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal parks and recreation departments, nonprofit food access organizations, and agricultural cooperatives tend to post the most roles consistently throughout the year.
How many farmers market manager jobs are remote?
About 8% of farmers market manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most market operations roles. Administrative functions like grant writing, vendor communications, and program reporting are most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements, while market-day oversight and vendor management are almost always on-site.
How do you become a farmers market manager?
Start by volunteering or working in a support role at a local farmers market to build practical operations experience. Pursue relevant coursework or certifications in nonprofit management, food systems, or event planning. Build vendor relationship skills by coordinating outreach, then apply for assistant manager roles before moving into full market management positions.
Can you get hired as a farmers market manager with little experience?
Yes, entry points exist for candidates with transferable experience in community organizing, event coordination, or agricultural outreach. Emphasize any experience managing volunteers, handling logistics for outdoor events, or working with small food businesses. Many organizations hire assistant managers with the intent to promote, so targeting those roles first is a practical path into the field.
What does the farmers market manager interview process look like?
Most hiring processes involve an initial phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with a hiring manager or committee. Expect scenario-based questions about vendor disputes, budget constraints, and community engagement. Some employers ask candidates to submit a brief market operations plan or attend a market day before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to farmers market manager jobs?
You can find and apply to farmers market manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The platform pulls together postings from municipal agencies, nonprofits, and agricultural organizations in one place.
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