Farmers Market & Event Worker

OVERVIEW:

Lovewell Farms, Rhode Island’s only USDA Certified Organic hemp farm, is seeking a motivated, reliable, and customer-oriented individual to join our team as a Farmers Market and Event Worker and Trimmer. This is a role that combines public-facing market and event work with behind-the-scenes flower trimming at our farm. We are a small, mission-driven business passionate about wellness, regenerative farming, and making the healing power of cannabis accessible to all. As the face of our brand at farmers markets and a key part of our post-harvest team, you’ll support both customer education and product preparation.

SCHEDULE

• Spring & Summer Season (April-October): Expanded market and pop-up events schedule (max. 4 markets a week, plus at least 2-3 pop-ups a month).
• Winter Season (November-March): Primarily flower trimming, with one Saturday market (9 AM - 1 PM) and pop-up events.
• We aim for consistent weekly shifts, generally totaling at least 25+ hours/week, with potential to grow for the right candidate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years old.
• Willing to work in all weather conditions, including high heat. Markets are rain or shine.
• Physical ability to lift and carry boxes of at least fifty pounds (50 lbs) and set up booth equipment.
• Reliable transportation that can carry market bins, a pop-up tent, and other equipment.
• A hot spot ability on cellular devices for back up transaction support.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays, as farmers markets often operate on these days.
• Must live in and be able to reliably commute throughout Rhode Island as well as events in Massachusetts.
• Knowledge of local agriculture and CBD products is preferred.
• Prior experience in trimming cannabis/hemp flower is a plus, but not required, we’re happy to train the right person.
• Previous experience in customer service or retail, preferably in a cannabis-related environment and/or in farmers markets.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills and proficiency in handling cash and credit transactions.

DUTIES:

Farmers Market Responsibilities:

• Stock and restock product inventory and count the cash box before and after each market.
• Set up and dismantle the booth at the farmers market, ensuring it's visually appealing and well-organized.
• Engage with customers in a friendly and knowledgeable manner, providing information about our CBD products and their benefits.
• Handle cash transactions and maintain accurate sales records.
• Be aware of month-to-month product promotions.
• Arrange products to maintain an attractive display throughout the market.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to hygiene standards at the booth.
• Schedule and organize pop-up events, emailing event hosts and coordinating payments.
• Represent Lovewell Farms with professionalism and enthusiasm, embodying our values of community, sustainability, and quality.

Trimming Responsibilities:

• Carefully trim hemp flower to prepare for packaging and sale.
• Maintain quality control standards during post-harvest processing.
• Follow hygiene and cleanliness protocols in handling plant material.
• Work independently or as part of a small team in a focused environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Lovewell Farms is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal, Temporary, Contract

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation, and are you willing to drive throughout Rhode Island for farmers markets?
• Are you willing to work in all weather conditions? Markets are often rain or shine, and will be exclusively outdoor in the summer season-- this also means working in high heat.
• Are you at least 21 years old?

Work Location: On the road