CCE of Columbia & Greene Counties Taste NY Market Store Associates (FT, PT, and Seasonal positions may be available) New Baltimore, NY

Taste NY Market Store Associate

Multiple positions available, including FT, PT, and Seasonal (temporary). Compensation paid at the rate of $18.00 per hour. Taste NY highlights the quality and economic impact of food and beverages grown, produced, or processed in New York State. The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia & Greene Counties Capital Region Welcome Center Taste NY Market (the "Market") promotes the region's local tourism industry, rich history, food and beverages. The Market showcases a broad selection of fresh made breakfast and lunch items, including soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts using ingredients sourced from Capital Region growers and producers. It also offers grab-and-go snacks and specialty local gift items for sale. The Market is a partnership between CCE of Columbia and Greene Counties, Cornell University, NYS Agriculture and Markets and the NYS Empire State Development Corporation.

Store Associate responsibilities include assisting with management of inventory, operation of cash register, cash controls, transportation of inventory to the store, customer service, food service and record keeping. Helps to keep the store visually distinctive and impeccably maintained cleaning, preparing product demonstrations, restocking, refilling supplies, etc. Associates also discuss NYS agriculture and local foods with customers to engage them in these areas and to provide information upon request about the food and farm products sold in the store.

Application Instructions

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External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension (External Candidate) for additional guidance.

All Internal Applicants: Those who are currently employed by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting must apply online via their employee Workday account.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively work in an informal, educational-based retail environment, ensuring positive public educational and customer service experiences.
• Communication Skills - Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods. Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read and write proficiently) in English.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to constantly work flexible hours related to the Market schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works constantly in a retail setting - ability to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom, and office, ability to operate point of sale register, office computer, and other equipment. This position frequently lifts, moves and/or transports Market products, supplies and equipment (typically 20-50 lbs.).

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year retail sales experience.
• Experience working in customer service and retail environments.
• Understanding of basic marketing.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with internet based communications.
• Knowledge of the organization, operation, philosophy and objectives of Cooperative Extension.
• Knowledge of agriculture and agricultural practices.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Coordination/Operation - 95%

• Provides customer service greets, assists and serves the needs of Taste NY store customers. Describe the local farms, produce, food and products displayed.
• Prepares and serves fresh made breakfast and lunch items, including soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts and hot and cold beverages.
• Cleans and prepares food prep areas.
• Operates point of sale cash register, makes change, etc. Cash Controls follow all procedures for proper management and handling of cash.
• Stock and replenish store supplies and inventory. Track product inventory.
• Prepares product and food demonstrations.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining a visually distinctive and impeccably maintained store.
• Assist with store opening and closing procedures.
• Quickly notifies supervisors of any unique or emergency situations.
• Assist with store inspection, organization and recordkeeping.
• Receive and log scheduled deliveries.
• Assist with promotion of agri-tourism in Columbia & Greene Counties.
• Maintain equipment, troubleshoot if necessary and call for repair as directed.
• Frequently lift, move and/or transport Market products, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, receipts/supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.

Professional Improvement - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions.

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Position Details

Multiple positions may be available, including FT, PT, and Seasonal (temporary). Compensation paid at the rate of $18.00 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Time Off
• New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP)
• NYSHIP Dental Insurance
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner's Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York's 529 College Savings Program

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

For additional questions please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, e-mail or phone.