Gideon Porth 635 River Rd. Deerfield, MA 01342 Website:atlasfarm.com |
Salary Range: | Location: | To Commensurate With Experience | DEERFIELD MA |
Job Type: | Category: | Full Time | Agriculture |
Education Level: | Work Experience: |
Bachelor's Degree Preference: Preferred |
5+
Preference: Preferred |
Description: | |
Atlas Farm is a 95-acre, certified organic, vegetable farm located in Deerfield, MA. We grow and market produce year-round through wholesale accounts, farmers' markets and our own retail farm store. The Farm Store Manager position is a year-round, full-time management position at the farm with the primary responsibility of overseeing activities at our South Deerfield retail farm store. Specific duties include: managing a staff of 6 clerks and a purchasing manager; creating daily and seasonal work schedules; merchandising and product displays; coordinating print, radio, and internet advertising and publicity; sourcing new products for sale at the farm store; creating signage and other marketing materials; and coordinating activities between production and farm store staff. Applicants should have a strong background in retail management, fresh produce, familiarity with organic vegetable production, marketing and creative experience, strong computer skills, and excellent communication skills. This is a very important position in our farm's management team and has a lot of potential for long-term growth and development. To apply, please submit a detailed cover letter explaining your background and interest in the position along with a current resume. We will contact you if an interview will be requested. Please be aware that we normally receive a lot of responses to internet job postings and will not be able to respond to unqualified applicants. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. |