Cornell Cooperative Extension
CCE of Columbia & Greene Counties Taste NY Market Store Associates (FT, PT, and
Cornell Cooperative Extension, New Baltimore, New York, us, 12124
Taste Ny Market Store Associate
Cornell Cooperative Extension is hiring for a Taste NY Market Store Associate position. This role is remote and full-time. The Taste NY Market, located in the Capital Region Welcome Center, 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. 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: In the My Information section, be sure to enter your full name, address, email, and phone number(s). Include a resume and at least three references (at least one who is a current or former supervisor or teacher). To attach documents, under the My Experience section use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, click the Upload icon for each additional document. Please note, once your application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments. If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via email. Required qualifications include a 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 meet travel requirements associated with this position, and ability to constantly work flexible hours related to the Market schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred qualifications include 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, and knowledge of agriculture and agricultural practices. Position responsibilities and essential functions include coordination/operation, professional improvement, and health and safety. Multiple positions may be available, including FT, PT, and seasonal (temporary). Compensation is paid at the rate of $17.00 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, include paid time off, NYS health insurance program (including FREE dental insurance), NYS retirement (NYSERS), long-term disability insurance, total care employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary tax deferred annuity plan, voluntary flexible spending accounts, voluntary group universal life insurance, voluntary personal accidental insurance, voluntary legal plan insurance, voluntary long-term care insurance, voluntary auto and homeowner's insurance, voluntary pet insurance, voluntary New York's college savings program, and clearPoint credit counseling solutions. No relocation or VISA sponsorship available.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is hiring for a Taste NY Market Store Associate position. This role is remote and full-time. The Taste NY Market, located in the Capital Region Welcome Center, 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. 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: In the My Information section, be sure to enter your full name, address, email, and phone number(s). Include a resume and at least three references (at least one who is a current or former supervisor or teacher). To attach documents, under the My Experience section use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, click the Upload icon for each additional document. Please note, once your application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments. If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via email. Required qualifications include a 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 meet travel requirements associated with this position, and ability to constantly work flexible hours related to the Market schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred qualifications include 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, and knowledge of agriculture and agricultural practices. Position responsibilities and essential functions include coordination/operation, professional improvement, and health and safety. Multiple positions may be available, including FT, PT, and seasonal (temporary). Compensation is paid at the rate of $17.00 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, include paid time off, NYS health insurance program (including FREE dental insurance), NYS retirement (NYSERS), long-term disability insurance, total care employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary tax deferred annuity plan, voluntary flexible spending accounts, voluntary group universal life insurance, voluntary personal accidental insurance, voluntary legal plan insurance, voluntary long-term care insurance, voluntary auto and homeowner's insurance, voluntary pet insurance, voluntary New York's college savings program, and clearPoint credit counseling solutions. No relocation or VISA sponsorship available.