MOBILE TASTING ROOM REPRESENTATIVE

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Farmers Market Sales Lead will operate one of our Saturday/Sunday Bay Area farmers markets. As a local ambassador and cider-guide, you will represent Far West Cider to a food-focused audience eager to learn (and taste!) what real CA-Grown cider is and can be. This is a part-time role, approximately 8 to 16 hours per week, with room for advancement within our small but growing company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Show up on time to scheduled markets, handling all loading, setup, and takedown procedures independently.
- Sample ciders (when applicable) to market-goers and spread the good word about our farm-based fermented beverages.
- Represent The Far West Cider Company with a positive attitude, enthusiasm about our products, and excellent customer service focused on education.
- Conduct education and sales across our line of beverages, utilizing your in-depth product knowledge and charming personality.
- Pick up and drop off all products and supplies from our Richmond warehouse. We provide a company car for your use.
- Maintain positive relationships with customers, market managers, and other vendors at the market.
- Use our Square point-of-sale terminal to complete and report all transactions.
- Continually aim to improve our market presence and reach new sales goals.
- Develop 1:1 wholesale customers as opportunities allow.

REQUIREMENTS

- Must be at least 21 years of age due to alcohol sampling requirements.
- Previous experience working in food and beverage, specifically alcohol service, is a major plus.
- Minimum 6-month commitment; we will provide training.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to lift 40+ lbs over short distances.
- Positive attitude with enthusiasm for craft beverages, Farmer's Markets, and chill vibes.
- Incredible sense of responsibility, tenaciousness, and stick-to-it-iveness.

Compensation + Benefits:
- $21/hour + sales bonuses (sales bonuses regularly get you to $24/hour, $27+ within reach on strong days).
- Generous take-home and food trade policy with other vendors (seriously - your grocery bill will plummet, and you'll be eating 2x healthier).
- Opportunity to grow within our company as new opportunities arise.

To apply, please email a brief cover letter and a copy of your resume to andrea@farwestcider.com