Summer Farmers Market Attendant

Farmers Market Attendant

Company: Irek’s Apiary (https://ireksapiary.com/)
Location: Broome County Regional Farmers Market / Local Events
Position Type: Part-Time / Seasonal
Schedule: Primarily weekends and farmers market days
Compensation: $16/hour plus sales-based commission

About Irek’s Apiary

Irek’s Apiary is a local beekeeping business based in the Binghamton area. We produce and sell local raw honey and bee-related products directly to customers through farmers markets, local events, and community sales channels.

We take pride in offering high-quality local honey, educating customers about bees and beekeeping, and building strong relationships with the local community.

Position Overview

Irek’s Apiary is looking for a friendly, reliable Farmers Market Attendant to help represent the business at local farmers markets and events. This person will assist with setting up the booth, selling products, answering customer questions, handling payments, tracking inventory, and creating a welcoming customer experience.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys talking with people, working in a small-business environment, and being part of the local agriculture and farmers market community.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down the Irek’s Apiary farmers market booth, including tables, displays, signage, products, and supplies
• Greet customers and provide a friendly, welcoming experience
• Sell honey and other Irek’s Apiary products to customers
• Answer basic customer questions about honey, bees, local beekeeping, and Irek’s Apiary
• Handle customer payments using cash, card reader, or other payment systems
• Track sales and inventory during each market shift
• Restock products and keep the booth clean, organized, and professional
• Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparing products before or after market days as needed
• Help promote Irek’s Apiary through strong customer service and community engagement
• Report customer feedback, product questions, and sales trends to the owner

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional, and comfortable speaking with customers
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work early market setup times
• Comfortable handling cash and basic payment technology
• Strong attention to detail when tracking sales and inventory
• Able to work independently once trained
• Interest in local food, agriculture, honey, bees, or small businesses preferred
• Prior farmers market, retail, customer service, or sales experience is a plus but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for several hours during market shifts
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 25–40 pounds
• Comfortable working in farmers market or outdoor/semi-outdoor event environments
• Able to assist with booth setup and breakdown

Compensation

This position pays $16 per hour plus sales-based commission.

Attendants may earn an additional commission based on completed booth sales during their shift. Commission details will be provided in writing before employment begins and may exclude sales tax, refunds, discounts, tips, canceled transactions, or other non-product revenue.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, personable, and comfortable representing a local honey business to the public. They should enjoy interacting with customers, be able to explain products clearly, and help create a positive experience at the Irek’s Apiary booth.