ABOUT COMMUNITY FARMSHARE:
Community FarmShare (CFS) is a 501(c)(3) food systems focussed nonprofit with a dual mission of addressing nutrition insecurity and supporting local small scale farms to build a connected, equitable resilient food system.
Community FarmShare operates a farm produce aggregation hub in Derwood, MD where we purchase nutrient dense produce from over a dozen local small scale organic, regenerative, and naturally grown vegetable and fruit farms farms. Through this model, we operate both our Farm to School Program (F2S) (partnering with 10 MCPS schools and our Food is Medicine FIM) program (partnering with healthcare providers/community clinics and community based organizations) to bring a Food Is Medicine approach to addressing food insecurity in our communities.
In 2024, we ran 4 mobile “FARMacy” markets to deepen our healthy food access mission. The FARMacy is essentially a pop-up farm stand with a refrigerated truck that we bring to various community locations at regularly scheduled days and times (near healthcare providers/community clinics and schools) to make our Food Is Medicine and Farm to School programs more accessible in communities where fresh produce access is otherwise lacking. In 2025, we plan to operate 8 free choice mobile markets throughout Montgomery County.
JOB SUMMARY
The Mobile Market Operations Manager is responsible for the daily management and execution of our mobile market program that provides fresh, healthy, and affordable produce to communities lacking healthy food access options. This role includes overseeing the Mobile Market Operator team, logistics, inventory management, partnership relationships, customer service, and community engagement to ensure the success and sustainability of the mobile markets. The ideal candidate is passionate about food equity, has strong organizational skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of mobile market operations, including route planning and site coordination with community partners and the Mobile Market Operators.
- Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and tracking produce to minimize waste and ensure product freshness.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local farmers and other local food hubs to secure high-quality and culturally appropriate produce.
- Hire, train, and supervise staff and volunteers, ensuring adherence to operational policies and excellent customer service.
- Be the primary driver of the mobile market truck (12 ft box truck, no CDL required) and oversee the maintenance and operation of the mobile market vehicle.
- As a team with other CFS staff, coordinate outreach efforts, marketing campaigns, and community partnerships to promote the mobile market and increase engagement.
- Keep the E.D. informed of all problems, challenges and conflicts related to the job
- Participate in all staff and program meetings, events, and other mandatory training as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in food retail, farmers’ markets, logistics, or community food programs preferred.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience supervising employees or volunteers.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in inventory management and point-of-sale systems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for community engagement.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license; experience driving large vehicles preferred.
- Bi-lingual Spanish-English a plus
ATTRIBUTES
- You are an upbeat, positive team player who will go the extra mile - but you also know how to set boundaries and maintain a healthy work/life balance
- You’re the kind of person who stays on top of things, and you make sure nothing slips through the cracks.
- People describe you as, “the most organized person they know” and/or someone who “gets things done”
- You’re experienced and confident in your skills - but also eager to learn new things and acquire new skills
- There will be some aspects of this job where you need to take charge - but other aspects where you need to take direction. You are comfortable in both roles.
- You pride yourself in knowing when you need to ask for help or guidance - and also when it is appropriate for you to act and make decisions on your own. You know what questions to ask to get a sense of this in new roles.
- You are eager to take on a new challenge with a growing organization that has internal career growth opportunities.
COMPENSATION
- Full time; the position does not include benefits
- Annual salary, $35,000 to $55,000, depending on if applicant is 7 months or 12 months
- Two weeks paid vacation
TO APPLY
Please submit Resume and Letter of Interest by April 1, 2025 to:
Jennifer Freeman,
Executive Director, Community FarmShare
jennifer.freeman@communityfarmshare.org
