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Faculty of Land and Food Systems
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The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm
Position Title - Sales Assistant
Background
The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm is a 24-hectare teaching, research and community farm
located on the University of British Columbia's Vancouver campus. Embodying UBC’s aspiration to be a “living
laboratory”, the Centre provides experiential learning opportunities for students and strives to explore and
exemplify how land, food and community are brought together to create healthy and sustainable food systems.
The sales of produce from the UBC Farm provide a significant source of operating funds for the Centre and for
many of its community-based, educational programs and initiatives. Working in a dynamic, team environment, the
Sales Assistant will report to the CSFS Sales Coordinator and will play a key role in coordinating the sales of UBC
Farm produce at our weekly Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday markets so that the Centre can continue to
support day-to-day operations and fund its community-based educational programs.
The Sales Assistant is a full-time (35 hours/week, Tuesdays to Saturdays), hourly paid position from May through
October, with the possibility of an extension with reduced hours into December. Work on Tuesday evenings will be
required through the end of October.
Responsibilities
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Oversees the set-up and sales of the UBC Farm market stand at the Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
markets.
Ensures the market stand is aesthetically appealing and contains appropriate and accurate UBC Farm
informational material.
Provides produce information in a friendly and informative manner while interacting with market
customers.
Helps ensure that staff, volunteers and practicum students follow proper food safety procedures.
Maintains communication with customers in person, and via phone and e-mail.
Collects payments and maintains good sales records for all markets; skills in basic data management and
bookkeeping are assets.
Oversees and coordinates volunteers at the markets.
Assists with deliveries of produce to restaurants as required.
Assists with field work as required, especially harvest and post-harvest handling of produce.
Preferred Qualifications
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Excellent customer service and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Self-motivated, highly adaptable, able to identify and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and computer skills (intermediate level Excel experience).
Trustworthy, experience with money handling or cashiering is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to work quickly, efficiently and calmly in high-stress settings.
Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work both independently and within a high-energy team environment.
Grounded in science. Global in scope.
[email protected]
Tel: 604.822.5092, Fax: 604.822.6839, 2357 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4
www.ubcfarm.ubc.ca
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Sales Assistant 2015
March 11, 2015
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Able to work quickly and efficiently for occasional long hours in any weather and bring tasks to completion
under tight deadlines.
Able to communicate with the general public with diplomacy and tact as a representative of the UBC Farm.
Good group leadership skills, particularly in a volunteer coordination role.
Knowledge of local and organic agricultural production practices and trends is an asset.
Familiarity with and commitment to the vision and mission of the UBC Farm.
Must be in good physical shape and must be able to lift and carry approximately 40 lbs. Valid driver’s
license required. Access to a cell phone is an asset.
Food Safety, Level I is an asset.
Preference will be given to candidates with some organic farming or gardening experience.
Position Details
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Start Date: May 5th, 2015 or May 19th, 2015
This is a seasonal, full-time position (35 hours/week) from May through October, with the possibility of an
extension at reduced hours into December.
Wage: $14.23 - $15.00 per hour depending on experience.
The work week for the Sales Assistant is Tuesday to Saturday (with required work on Tuesday evenings
through the end of October). The applicant must be prepared to work occasional long days with early
starts.
How to Apply
E-mail a single PDF document containing your cover letter and resume detailing your experiences and qualifications
to Natalie Yuen at [email protected] no later than 11:59pm on March 19th, 2015. Please ensure that your
e-mail subject line and your PDF document name begin with your first and last names, followed by “Sales
Assistant” (for example: John Smith Sales Assistant.pdf). Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to
apply. The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm will give priority to individuals who have
demonstrated commitment through volunteer service or other engagement.
Grounded in science. Global in scope.
[email protected]
Tel: 604.822.5092, Fax: 604.822.6839, 2357 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4
www.ubcfarm.ubc.ca