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Outreach Associate

The Farm Project

Outreach Associate

Los Angeles, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    COME GROW WITH US!

    As a Public Benefit Corporation, The Farm Project and our initiative Lettuce Grow are working on creating a new food system. We believe that the future of food lies in empowering thriving, localized food economies that benefit the health of the people, the planet and the communities around us.

    We are looking for part-time Outreach Associates who will be responsible for developing new business and promoting brand awareness of Lettuce Grow. This is an outside sales role responsible for selling Farmstands (our personalized hydroponic farms). The ideal candidates will be energetic, positive, team oriented, and entrepreneurial.

    RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPENSATION

    • Outside sales role with frequent travel within local territory.
    • Part-time (10-20 hours per week) including some nights and weekends as needed.
    • Showcase the Lettuce Grow brand, mission and service offering to consumers.
    • Engage with new customers and activate sales of Lettuce Grow Farmstands.
    • Host promotional tables at local events and in high-traffic areas.
    • Job entails standing for 4 hours and lifting up to 50 pounds.
    • $15hr base with uncapped income potential based on commission from new customers acquired.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Must be energetic, motivated, driven, positive, entrepreneurial and team oriented.
    • Passion and interest in our mission of creating sustainable local food ecosystems and teaching people to grow their own food!
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
    • Desire to learn and develop a career in sales.
    • Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle. Ability to transport our Farmstand with your personal vehicle to local events.
    • Events may entail standing for 4 hours and lifting up to 50 pounds as necessary.

    WHY WORK AT THE FARM PROJECT?

    You'll join a team of seasoned entrepreneurs who know what it takes to be successful. And you'll make a difference as an integral part of an organization that is changing the world by supporting a profitable, sustainable, local food system.