Employment
Work with FRESHFARM
Below are the full-time and part-time positions that are currently available at FRESHFARM, as well as job openings available with our market vendors.
FRESHFARM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and building an equitable and inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate, and will take affirmative action measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, criminal record, disability, or veteran status in the following areas:
- Employment, recruitment, or advertisements for employment
- Compensation, termination, upgrading, and promotions
- Any other conditions of employment
FRESHFARM Positions
FoodPrints Assistants (Internship or Work-Study Students)
Interested in growing your food education skills? FoodPrints is looking for interns and Federal Work Study students to join our program as Classroom Assistants! FoodPrints Classroom Assistants will support preschool – 5th grade food and garden education classes for the Fall Semester, and the role can be extended through the Spring Semester (ending June 2022) if there is mutual interest. Applications submitted by October 30th will be reviewed with priority; applications may be accepted on a rolling basis after that deadline, pending program needs. Note: federal work-study option is only available to AU and GW students.
Learn more about being a FoodPrints Classroom Assistant and how to apply.
Community Food Educator (2021 School Year)
Are you looking for an impactful part-time job where you can uplift and empower community members by increasing access to food education? Are you eager to learn, eager to teach, and love connecting with others? If yes, then being a Community Food Educator (CFE) at FRESHFARM is for you! CFEs will join the diverse and collaborative FoodPrints team that is passionate about food education, meaningful community engagement, and equitable practices. This part-time role is responsible for helping to enhance community knowledge about fresh and local produce while generating excitement through communication and direct education!
Learn more about this position and apply today (no resume needed)! Applications received by November 30th will be reviewed with priority.
2022-2023 School Year: FoodPrints Lead, Assistant, & Bilingual Teachers (full & part-time)
Do you love being outdoors, cooking, and working with kids? If your answer is yes, then FoodPrints is for you! FoodPrints is FRESHFARM’s food education program that aims to make positive changes in what children and their families eat by giving them hands-on experiences with growing, harvesting, cooking, and eating nutritious, fresh, and seasonal local foods. We are seeking part- and full-time Lead, Assistant, and Billingual Teachers to join our dynamic and supportive teaching team for the next school year. All FoodPrints educators work in partnership with administrators and teachers to ensure that FoodPrints is relevant enriching for students and the community.
Learn more about the SY22-23 FoodPrints Lead or Bilingual Lead Teacher position and how to apply.
Learn more about the SY22-23 FoodPrints Assistant or Bilingual Assistant Teacher position and how to apply.
2022 Season: Market Managers & Substitutes
FRESHFARM is seeking lovers of local food to join our team as Farmers Market Managers! If you’re a creative and flexible problem solver who enjoys working on a team, spending time outdoors, and promoting regional, accessible, fresh food, this is the role for you. Market Managers are responsible for executing market operations, interfacing with stakeholders, and creating a vibrant and friendly market. If you’re interested in joining our team for the 2022 market season, we’ll be in need of Market Managers who can work as substitutes and/or consistently staff our various markets.
Read more about this role and how to apply – no resume or cover letter needed!
Pop Up Food Hub Operations Associate
The Pop Up Food Hub (PUFH) is the first (and only!) of its kind, offering hyper-local food access and distribution services by coordinating wholesale procurement from local farms for underserved buyers. Our team works closely with numerous community organizations that serve low-income families and individuals with a need for fresh fruits and vegetables. PUFH Operations Associates are responsible for supporting and implementing the daily operations of the PUFH and gain first-hand experience learning about DC’s local food system along the way. Come work with a collaborative, diverse, and welcoming team in a dynamic work environment with access to an abundance of local produce! Seeking candidates who are collaborative, communicative, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
Read the full job description here. Applications for this role are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, fill out this application form.
Pop-Up Food Hub Community Delivery Driver
The Pop Up Food Hub (PUFH) is the first (and only!) of its kind, offering hyper-local food access and distribution services by coordinating wholesale procurement from local farms for underserved buyers. Using their personal vehicles, Community Delivery Drivers are responsible for fulfilling deliveries of PUFH produce bags — sourced from local farmers in DC, Maryland, and Virginia — and bringing fresh fruits and vegetables to our community partners and individual recipients. Come work with a collaborative, diverse, and welcoming team and gain first-hand experience learning about DC’s local food system along the way! Seeking candidates who are reliable, communicative, responsible, expeditious, and successful at working independently.
Read the full job description here. Applications for this role are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, fill out this application form.
Market Job Openings
Our farmers and producers frequently share job openings with us. The following market farmers and producers currently have positions available. Please note, these are NOT FRESHFARM positions; you would be hired directly by the vendor. Please direct all questions regarding these positions to the vendors themselves.
Call Your Mother – Farmers Market Team Member
Call Your Mother is a neighborhood bagel shop and deli with locations in Park View, Capitol Hill, Bethesda, Georgetown, weekly farmers markets throughout the DMV, and new shops on the way. They’re looking for new team members with positive attitudes and an eagerness to learn. The Market Team interacts directly with CYM guests outside of our shops, making the first impression of their experience. Your friendly and positive attitude will ensure guests leave happier than when they arrived at farmers markets or mobile events. From accurately taking orders to handing off food to guests to keeping the stand clean, the team keeps the market buzzing – having fun while creating a great market experience for guests. Learn more about the job and apply (apply here for the Mosaic market).
Posted November 30, 2021
House of Empanadas – Market Staff
Come and join the team! The House of Empanadas is looking to expand its team and is seeking staff for Saturday/Sunday markets with the option for more in the Spring! All you have to do is bring your smile and a great attitude. They will provide you with the product and the setup. Shifts are four hours with good pay and opportunities for bonuses. Email houseofempanadas22@gmail.com to learn more and apply!
Posted November 10, 2021