Farmers Market Volunteers

Job summary

Volunteers assist with the physical set-up and takedown of vendor stalls and market supplies. They also provide customer support at the information booth and conduct promotional activities.

Job details

Toronto Local Food, Farms & Farmers' Markets Needed: Farmers Market Volunteers Organization: Cabbagetown Farmers' Market Location: Riverdale Park West / Riverdale Farm, Toronto, Ontario Join Us at Cabbagetown Farmers Market! Are you passionate about sustainable living and community engagement? Do you enjoy the outdoors and want to learn more about the journey of food from farm to table? The Cabbagetown Farmers’ Market invites you to become a vital part of our 2026 market season, offering a unique opportunity to connect with local farmers and artisans. Market Overview Nestled in the heart of downtown Toronto, near the charming intersection of Winchester and Sumach streets and adjacent to the scenic Riverdale Farm, our market boasts an array of local produce and handcrafted goods. Operating every Tuesday from 3 PM to 7 PM, our season spans from May 12th to October 20th, ensuring our commitment to the community takes place rain or shine. Volunteer Roles We are thrilled to offer three dynamic volunteer opportunities tailored to different interests and skills: Market Set-up (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM) Facilitate vendors with transporting goods and setting up stalls. Coordinate with the market manager for efficient placement and setup of market essentials. Note: This role involves some physical activity. Market Takedown (6:45 PM – 7:45 PM) Assist vendors with booth disassembly and transportation of goods. Help the market manager with packing and storing market supplies. Note: This role requires some physical effort. Market Support (3 PM – 7 PM) Be the face of the market by staffing the information booth. Engage in promotional activities, assist with food donations, and conduct customer surveys. Who Can Volunteer? No previous experience with farmers markets necessary. Must be punctual, reliable, and notify the market manager of any schedule changes. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must. Comfortable working outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. How To Apply Interested in making a difference in your community while gaining invaluable experience? Email Ellie at [email protected] with the subject “Cabbagetown Farmers Market Volunteer”. Please include your reasons for wanting to volunteer, your availability, and your preferred volunteer role(s). Please mention you saw this at FoodWork.ca. Join us in fostering a thriving local food community at the Cabbagetown Farmers Market. We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!

What you’ll do

Volunteers assist with the physical set-up and takedown of vendor stalls and market supplies. They also provide customer support at the information booth and conduct promotional activities.

Requirements

Applicants must be reliable, punctual, and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, though no previous market experience is necessary.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• punctuality · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication
• Event Coordination
• Customer Service
• Physical Stamina
• Punctuality
• Reliability

Job areas

• Agriculture
• Food & Beverage
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Customer Service & Support
• Social Services