Johnson’s Backyard Garden (JBG) is seeking to fill multiple positions to work at one of our farmer’s market stands in Austin and surrounding areas. Farmers’ market staff are the face of JBG to the community and are expected to express an interest in local food, as well as a willingness to learn about JBG and our produce, including how it is grown and different methods of preparation.

JBG is a local organic farm, offering the community high quality, locally grown, and organic vegetables. In just 10 years, the farm went from a 30x50ft garden in an urban backyard in East Austin to a now 205-acre organic vegetable farm, based on a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model.  Our CSA has now grown to more than 1,700 members in four major metropolises, and we provide fresh, year-round, organic produce to CSA members, multiple farmers markets, local restaurants and grocery retailers, including major chains like Whole Foods and HEB/Central Market.

To apply for any of the positions listed below, please send a resume to jobs@jbgorganic.com with “Market Staff” in the subject line.

 

Farmers Market Team Leader

Responsibilities

• Act as a JBG ambassador, welcoming community members to learn about the farm, our produce, and upcoming farm events
• Eagerness and Willingness to learn about JBG’s farming practices and product and relay to market customers
• Help unload and load market trucks including product, tents, weights, and tables at the beginning and end of each market
• Must follow all money-handling procedures as outlined by JBG
• Follow all JBG safety regulations and perform daily vehicle safety check
• Helps maintain an organized packing shed and barn, follow all post-market cleanup procedures as assigned by Farmers Market Barn Manager

 

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, only a desire to work.
• Availability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays
• Able to drive box truck and/or van
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Forklift experience helpful
• Strong sense of customer service
• Interest in local agriculture is a plus

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs
• Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, and squat
• Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing or walking

 

Compensation and Benefits

• Expected salary range is between $9.50-$10/hour

 

 

 

Farmers Market Cashier 

Responsibilities

• Act as a JBG ambassador, welcoming community members to learn about the farm, our produce, and upcoming farm events
• Eagerness and Willingness to learn about JBG’s farming practices and product and relay to market customers
• Help unload and load market trucks including product, tents, weights, and tables at the beginning and end of each market
• Must follow all money-handling procedures as outlined by JBG
• Follow all rules and regulations as assigned by market manager

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, only a desire to work.
• Availability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays
• Quick mental math skills required
• Strong sense of customer service
• Interest in local agriculture is a plus

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs
• Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, and squat
• Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing or walking

 

Compensation and Benefits

• Expected salary range is between $9.50-$10/hour

 

 

 

Farmers Market Produce Stocker

Responsibilities

• Act as a JBG ambassador, welcoming community members to learn about the farm, our produce, and upcoming farm events
• Eagerness and Willingness to learn about JBG’s farming practices and product and relay to market customers
• Help unload and load market trucks including product, tents, weights, and tables at the beginning and end of each market
• Follow all rules and regulations as defined by assigned market managers

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, only a desire to work.
• Availability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays
• Strong sense of visual composition for market displays
• Strong sense of customer service
• Interest in local agriculture is a plus

 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs
• Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, and squat
• Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing or walking

 

Compensation and Benefits

• Expected salary range is between $9.50-$10/hour

 

 

 

 

Johnson’s Backyard Garden’s provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.  The duties listed above are general and not an exhaustive list of tasks performed on the farm. We are committed to training, developing, and promoting from within the company based on performance.