Seasonal Booth Representative

**Company Overview**: Your Bread Box, an esteemed Ottawa-based sourdough bread company, is dedicated to crafting delectable and nutritious gourmet bread using locally sourced ingredients. With a focus on wholesaling to local eateries, cafes, and retailers, alongside direct sales at farmers' markets and individual orders, we epitomize quality and authenticity in every loaf we bake. Our commitment to traditional methods and premium local ingredients sets us apart, resulting in flavorful bread that delights the senses.

**Role Overview**: We are seeking Seasonal Market Sales Representatives to join our dynamic team during key seasons at local markets across Ottawa. As a Seasonal Seller, you will be instrumental in promoting and selling our artisanal sourdough bread to customers, fostering connections within the community, and ensuring an exceptional market experience. This role offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of farmers' markets while representing a beloved local brand.

**Responsibilities**:

- Set up and organize Your Bread Box's booth at designated farmers' markets, including arranging product displays, tents, and banners to showcase our gourmet sourdough bread.
- Engage with customers in a friendly and welcoming manner, serving as a knowledgeable brand ambassador and providing expert guidance on our products.
- Process customer transactions efficiently and accurately, handling cash transactions and issuing receipts with professionalism and courtesy.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing booth throughout the market day, ensuring product freshness and attractiveness.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals, sharing insights and strategies to maximize market performance.
- Assist with booth takedown and packing up at the end of each market day, ensuring all equipment and inventory are properly stored and secured.
- Embrace the Your Bread Box brand ethos, embodying our commitment to quality, authenticity, and community engagement at every interaction.

**Availability to work the following days**:
**Museum of civilization Christmas Market: (must be bilingual)**

Nov 21st Thursday 11am to 8pm

Nov 22nd Friday 11am to 8pm

Nov 23rd Saturday 9am to 5pm

Nov 24th Sunday 9am to 5pm

**Ottawa Christmas Market**:
Fridays: 5pm to 10pm

Saturdays: 10am to 10pm

Sundays: 10am to 8pm

**Requirements**:
1. Previous sales and customer service experience is an asset, with a proven ability to engage customers, drive sales, and deliver exceptional service.

2. Enthusiasm for sourdough bread and a passion for sharing culinary experiences with others, with a genuine love for meeting members of the local community.

3. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, demonstrating reliability, initiative, and adaptability in a fast-paced market environment.

4. Strong communication skills, with a professional demeanor and the ability to handle high-volume sales with ease.

5. Punctuality and reliability are essential, as is a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for our customers and the Your Bread Box team.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 26 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Shift:

- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Work days:

- Every Weekend

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- sales: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Serving It Right (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-11-21