Farmers' Market & Sales Manager

Farmers’ Market & Sales Manager

Job Location: 125 Burnaby Blvd Green P Parking Lot #47

Reports to:

BIA Office & Board of Management

Engagement Period:

Sunday, June 1st – Sunday, Oct 26th 2025 (22 weeks)

Mandatory Hours (on site): mandatory 7 hour in-person shift from 7 am to 2 pm on Sundays

Job Description:

Farmers’ Market:

The Eglinton Way BIA is hosting its 8th Seasonal Farmers’ Market, a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security! The Farmers’ Market Manager will be responsible for the smooth execution of the Market while also managing the sale and promotion of our Eglinton Way Gift Card program.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

Weekly Equipment Management:

• The Eglinton Way tents (weights used when necessary)
• Portable Generator
• Tables and chairs
• Kids activation area
• Pylons
• A-frame signs
• Flag banners

Administration, Sales & Execution:

• Ensuring smooth operation of the market from start to finish
• Event clean-up of litter and garbage disposal
• Managing BIA Booth and providing information to the public
• Promoting and selling The Eglinton Way Gift Card (commission available)
• Managing and securing locked cash box and payments
• Weekly reporting of vendor attendance, foot traffic, activities and progress
• Liaising with vendors and attendees

Preferred Qualifications and/or Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Sales experience
• High attention to detail
• Comfortable dealing with the public
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and access stairways
• Cell phone for communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & Powerpoint)
• Knowledge of The Eglinton Way neighborhood & BIA is an asset

Applications

All interested candidates should include the following items in their applications:

● Resume
● Cover Letter

Job posting will remain open until filled. Applications will only be received through Indeed - no phone calls or emails please! Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 7 per week

Work days:

• Weekends only

Application question(s):

• Are you able to lift heavy equipment and access stairways?
• Do you have access to a cell phone?
• Are you comfortable dealing with the public?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-05-05
Expected start date: 2025-06-01