Farm Store Associate
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Job Location:
East Greenwich, RI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 18 - 20
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Pats Pastured
Pats Pastured is a family-owned farm based in East Greenwich Rhode Island producing pasture-raised and grass-fed meats with a strong commitment to animal welfare land stewardship and community. Our on-farm store is a critical part of our operation connecting customers directly to our products and our values.
Position Overview
The Farm Store Associate is a hybrid retail and fulfillment support role responsible for maintaining a clean well-stocked farm store while assisting with customer ordersespecially in-store and online pickup position requires strong attention to detail comfort with technology and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the fulfillment and office teams.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of customer interaction hands-on work and behind-the-scenes operations in a fast-paced small business environment.
Key Responsibilities
Retail & Store Operations
- Maintain a clean organized and welcoming farm store
- Restock meat freezers refrigerators and shelves daily using fulfillment inventory
- Monitor product levels and presentation throughout the day
- Remove damaged or unappealing products according to store procedures
- Complete opening and closing tasks using established daily checklists
- Must be willing and able to drive for weekly deliveries supply pickups or occasional farm-related errands
- Provide support with light farm chores as needed including egg washing feeding guard animals and similar tasks.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned based on operational needs.
Customer Service
- Greet customers and assist with product questions and store navigation
- Support customers with self-checkout and POS use
- Ensure a positive professional customer experience at all times
- Handle customer issues replacements or refunds according to company policy
Order Fulfillment & Pickup
- Assist with fulfilling customer orders particularly pickup orders
- Accurately pull verify and stage pickup orders from freezer storage
- Manage in-store pickup order flow and packing slips
- Communicate order discrepancies or issues promptly with the fulfillment or office team
Inventory Systems & Communication
- Use iPads tablets and computers daily (Shopify POS barcode systems Slack)
- Print apply and manage product barcodes and pricing
- Assist with basic inventory tracking and restock reporting
- Communicate clearly and proactively with team members via Slack
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Comfortable using computers tablets and POS systems
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow written procedures and checklists consistently
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Reliable punctual and professional
- Able to lift carry and move up to 50 lbs regularly
- Valid drivers license and clean driving record
- Comfortable working in refrigerated and freezer environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Retail farm store grocery or fulfillment experience
- Experience with inventory management or order fulfillment
- Familiarity with Shopify or similar POS systems
- Interest in local food systems or small business operations
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Standing walking bending and lifting throughout shifts
- Frequent work in cold storage environments
- Fast-paced during peak hours with changing priorities
Who Thrives in This Role
- Detail-oriented and systems-minded
- Comfortable switching between customer-facing and behind-the-scenes work
- Enjoys keeping spaces clean organized and efficient
- Communicates clearly and takes initiative without constant supervision
Why Work With Us
- Stable year-round employment with a growing local food business
- Mission-driven work supporting sustainable agriculture and local food systems
- Structured training and clear expectations
- Collaborative team environment with supportive management
- Opportunities to develop skills in logistics inventory and food fulfillment
- Employee discounts on farm products and access to educational experiences on food and farming
Compensation
- $18.00 $20.00 per hour (depending on experience)
- Full-time: approximately 40 hours per week; MondayFriday (in person only)
- Health insurance is not provided
- Generous employee discounts
Ready to step into a hands-on leadership role and help ensure great food gets to our customers accurately and on time Wed love to hear from you.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Animal Care
- Growing Experience
- Farm Machinery
- Physiology Knowledge
- Management Experience
- Animal Husbandry
- Agriculture
- Apache Pig
- Farming
- Irrigation
- Production Management
- Financial Management
About Company
Enjoy delicious, ethically raised meat & eggs from Pat’s Pastured! Trusted since 2002, we offer farm-fresh goodness with local pickup & delivery across RI & MA. Shop now for food you can feel good about!
