The Cleveland Markets Team are looking for a proactive and reliable Farmers Market Manager to oversee the smooth running of our vibrant Sunday Market. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys early mornings, working with people, being part of a small family run business and loves the local community atmosphere.
What You'll Do:
* Early Morning Set-Up: Arrive by 4:00 AM to coordinate and assist with stallholder arrivals and site set-up.
* Market Operations: Oversee the running of the market, ensuring stallholders are guided to their locations and everything is operating smoothly.
* Customer & Stallholder Support: Be the go-to person for both shoppers and vendors—friendly, helpful and quick to resolve any questions or issues.
* Problem Solver: Think on your feet to resolve logistical or customer issues efficiently.
* Capture the Buzz: Take great marketing photos of the market and stalls for our social media channels.
* Close Down: Assist with bump out/pack-down and ensure the site is packed down efficiently.
About You:
* Reliable
* Highly organised with strong time management skills
* Friendly, confident communicator
* Calm under pressure and quick-thinking in problem-solving
* Physically able to assist with light set-up tasks (e.g. cones, signage, small equipment)
* Comfortable using a smartphone to take and upload photos for social media
* Previous experience in farmers markets or similar is a plus
What We Offer:
* A dynamic and social working environment
* Flexibility: Only 1 day per week (Sunday)
* The chance to be part of a beloved community workplace
* Opportunities for longer-term involvement or increased hours as the market grows
* Start ASAP