Careers

Finn’s Ranch has grown tremendously and is looking for dedicated individuals to join our crew!

Are you:

A hard worker with a good sense of humor and “can do” spirit?
Someone who cares about their local food system?
Good with customers?

Send a resume to orders@finnsranch.com with your desired position listed in the subject line.

Current Openings

Farmers’ Market Manager- Full Time

About You

Good sense of humor to help you get through the highs and lows
Ready to learn spirit
Passionate about local food system and farmers’ markets
Enjoys talking with strangers and meeting new people

Training

We will train you how to drive the van that has a trailer hitched to it.
Develop knowledge of our products in poultry and meats
Learn about sustainable, small farm practices
Become an expert in merchandise warehousing, sustainability, sales, and vendor marketing.

Schedule

Summertime is our busiest time, approximately 50 hour/week (May-October). Workdays are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. Your days off are Monday and Friday.
In the off season, (November – April), the Farmers’ Market Manager will be working approximately 30 hours/week. Your work days are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

What it is like to work at a Farmers’ Market

Indoor and outdoor farmers’ markets
Weather conditions can range from hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions
Noise level varies from moderate to loud

A Week in the Life of a Being a Finn’s Ranch Farmers’ Market Manager

Attending farmers’ markets between locations in the Chicagoland area. Pilsen is where our warehouse is located. Finn’s Ranch participates in farmers’ marketed located in: Lincoln Park, downtown Chicago, the northside of Chicago, and the suburbs of Riverside, Glenview, Rogers Park Beverly, and Oak Park.
Takes inventory of items to load for booth set up and transportation required to get equipment and inventory to the farmers’ market site.
Loads and unloads equipment, tools and inventory to set up the FINN’S RANCH sales booth.
Manage sales at the farmers’ markets
Effectively manage electronic and cash sales keeping a sales report for each daily shift completed.
Order and maintain appropriate inventory of supplies.
Package orders in our warehouse in Pilsen
Deliver orders in Chicagoland area

Qualifications

Have the ability to regularly lift 50 pounds
Have a valid driver’s license
Sales, hospitality, or customer service experience

Perks and Compensation

This is a full-time position
Sick and mental days available
Access to shop at the farmers’ market and get to know other small business owners
Network and build relationship with other entrepreneurs to elevate your career
Performance based bonuses
You have the option to get paid hourly $18 or salary.
Weekly pay by paper check. We are exploring electronic payment options.
Work with business owner Alex and get hands on training of what it takes to be a leader and business owner.

Interview and Hiring Process

Step 1: Apply by submitting your resume or credentials to orders@finnsranch.com
Step 2: Phone Interview 30 minutes
Step 3: In person meet and greet with owner Alex
Step 4: Within a week the applicant will know the hiring status.
The whole process takes about two weeks.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Questions or Comments

We’re looking for our family to grow Finn’s Ranch so if you have any questions or comments, please ask us first before you decide not to apply! Let’s chat and get to know each other!

Farmers Market Staff Part Time positions open – SUMMER 2023

Responsibilities

The Farmers’ Market Staff will be based in Chicago, IL and report to Alex Finn, owner of Finn’s Ranch. The Farmers’ Market Staff will be responsible for:

Attending farmers’ markets
Takes inventory of items to load for booth set up and transportation required to get equipment and inventory to the Farmers Market site.
Loads and unloads equipment, tools and inventory to set up the FINN’S RANCH sales booth.
Manage sales at the farmers’ markets
Effectively manage electronic and cash sales keeping a sales report for each daily shift completed.
Order and maintain appropriate inventory of supplies.
Package orders in our warehouse
Deliver orders

Applicant profile

A successful applicant will:

Have high energy and a friendly demeanor.
Have the ability to regularly lift 50 lbs.
Have a valid driver’s license
For Some Markets will be expected to drive a van with a trailer (training will be provided)
Experience in customer relations and retail sales preferred.

Work Environment

The Farmers’ Market Manager will be working both outside at our markets and in our warehouse. This position is frequently exposed to hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions. They will also be expected to maneuver products in our freezers. Noise level in the work environment may be moderate to loud.

Schedule

During the summer, the Farmers’ Market Staff will be working approximately 7 to 8 hours per market (May-October).

Compensation

This position offers $18/hr. Payment at the end of the shift