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CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
Updated: June 16th  

EXPERIENCED PREP COOK

Overview

We are looking for an experienced professional to join our team! The Roots Kitchen is a production kitchen, and new team members will be involved with food preparation, cooking, packaging and labeling, kitchen organization, and cleaning. Our ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with a can-do attitude and ability to work well in individual and team settings. Reliability and positivity a must! 

Job Responsibilities 

  • Execute food production following recipes and provided prep lists 

  • Package, label, and date all prepared items 

  • Ensure that kitchen cooler on store floor is continuously stocked and kitchen-prepared items are accessible for customers

  • Observe weekly inventory of grocery and food in kitchen, as well as paper goods, packaging, labels and cleaning products and report to Kitchen Communicator when items are running low 

  • Wash dishes as needed throughout the shift 

  • Maintain all food preparation and storage areas according to VT  Dept of Health guidelines 

  • Communicate with and receive feedback from kitchen team, Kitchen Coordinator, store team, and Store Owner when needed or required

  • Help maintain a positive workplace culture by being responsive to staff suggestions and concerns, and work as a team to resolve problems 

  • Maintain effective working relationships with all Roots Market employees ​

 

Job Qualifications 

  • Must have experience working in a professional kitchen (production kitchen preferred) 

  • Has experience processing farm produce and whole food ingredients 

  • Lifting 20+ lbs regularly, work in a standing position for duration of shift, comfortable working with knives and hot cooking temperatures 

  • Must be reliable, professional, great at communicating, organized, and efficient 

  • Demonstrated passion for teamwork, local food, and the community 

  • Have references that confirm applicant's reliability and skill set 

  • Able to work during our kitchen hours (7a.m. - 3p.m.)

  • Ideal candidates must be able to work 3-5 shifts per week depending on their availability and our scheduling needs

 

Compensation 

  • $18-22 per hour depending on experience 

  • 15% discount on store items 

  • Accrued Paid Time Off 

  • 2nd quality vegetables 

  • Shift lunch & drink

To apply for this position, please send a brief letter of interest and availability,  an updated resume, and three work related references to Ana -->  ana@therootsfarmmarket.com


STORE TEAM MEMBER (CLOSING SHIFTS)
 

Job Overview
The Roots Farm Market is looking for a full-time Store Team Member to join us! We are a small
team, united by a passion for local products and organic, locally-grown produce. We work
hard to provide a pleasant and intimate retail experience for our customers, vendors, and
the community. We are seeking an energetic go-getter who’s ready to tackle the various
tasks we have each day. This position is front facing and requires engagement with
customers and store team members throughout the day. We value attention to detail, a
sense of humor, and a willing attitude. Tasks may include stocking, organizing, cleaning,
handling vegetables, watering plants, merchandising, pricing, etc. This store team member
will also be responsible for managing the tills and closing the store at the end of the day.
Ideal candidates will bring high energy, trustworthiness, and a team oriented attitude.

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Qualifications
● 3-5 years of experience in retail environment
● Experience working in the agricultural industry - vegetables, dairy, etc.
● Ability to interact positively with customers
● Strong verbal skills for selling and assisting teammates
● Proficiency with basic math for handling transactions and tills
● Willingness to work weekends (one day), evenings, and holidays
● Familiarity with POS systems

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Job Duties
● Efficiently and accurately complete customer transactions using the POS system
● Complete daily tasks in a timely, energetic, and efficient manner. Tasks may include:
○ Price, merchandize, organize, or restock inventory as needed
○ Bag, clean, sort, date, and manage a variety of seasonal, fresh produce
○ Maintain abundant and appealing displays and a clean and welcoming space
● Close the tills and lock the store at close

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Physical Aspects
● Frequent standing up and sitting down, standing for long periods
● Heavy lifting (30-50 lbs)

● Changing temperature environments: working in walk-in cooler, on store floor, outside
in summer/fall months

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Benefits & Compensation
● ~$19/hour
● Accrued Paid Time Off
● 15% employee discount
● Staff lunch & drink and seconds vegetables

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Schedule
● This position is full-time, closing shifts (10-6:15-6:30), and one weekend day.


To apply: please email an updated resume and brief letter of interest including your work
availability and 3 work-related references to ana@therootsfarmmarket.com 

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