Retail Store Assistant Jobs in Chelsea, MA (NOW HIRING)

Codman Community Farms is seeking full- and part-time Farm Store Assistants to help keep our year-round farm store clean, well-organized, and fully stocked.

Daily responsibilities include stocking fresh produce, dry goods, and refrigerated and frozen items, receiving deliveries, and providing friendly, attentive customer service.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and takes pride in their work.

This is a great time to join the team — we are opening a new, larger, climate-controlled store in fall 2026, with opportunities for the right person to grow into a management role.

Very flexible hours!

Daily Responsibilities:

Farm Store Presentation; Organizing & Stocking: 65%

• Stocking duties include pricing, bagging, and organizing all products in our retail freezers, reach-in coolers, and pantry shelves.
• Maintaining the orderliness of the farm store, coolers, product displays, and shopping aids, which includes cleaning, sweeping, dusting or any other activity that ensures our displays are attractive.
• Ensure products are fronted and properly labeled on all shelves and in all coolers and freezers. 
• Assist in maintaining attractive displays for a visually appealing shopping experience.

Inventory and preparing items for sale: 25%

• Receive and unload deliveries, ensuring all items are accounted for and in good condition
• Organize and maintain product inventory across all storage and display areas
• Prepare fresh produce and retail goods by bagging, labeling, and packaging items as needed
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked inventory and prep areas

Customer Experience: 5%

• Assisting customers with product questions
• Assisting customers in the use of our Point of Sale System
• Ensure that floors, shelves, restrooms, and public spaces in and around the farm store are neat, clean/sanitary, safe, and inviting. 

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic and a self-starter;
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain a clean and organized workspace;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Friendly, personable, and able to solve problems and recommend solutions;
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs;
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold);
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, work quickly and efficiently, and maintain  a robust pace;
• Ability to learn new software systems and demonstrate proficiency after training; 
• Ability to pass a CORI background check; clean driving record.
• Ability to work on weekends.
• Passion for farming, sustainability, the outdoors, and eating local!

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly pay, commensurate with experience.
• Access to the Farm’s 403(b) plan
• 20% discount in the Farm Store
• The option to purchase pre-tax employee-funded MBTA passes
• Free admission to Codman Farm community events: Club Codman (May), Spring BBQ (June), Harvest Feast & Fair (October)

About Codman Community Farms (CCF):
Codman Community Farms is a thriving nonprofit farm nestled in the heart of Lincoln, Massachusetts, just steps from the commuter rail. We proudly manage over 150 acres across a dozen scenic fields throughout town.

Our 18-acre home farm is the hub of activity, featuring historic barns, greenhouses, and community garden plots. It’s also home to our bustling farm store, a beautiful market and flower garden, and a commercial kitchen. We recently added a charming post-and-beam outdoor pavilion with a wood-fired oven, offering a unique space for gatherings and events.

Teamwork & Community Environment:
At Codman Community Farms, a supportive and collaborative team is essential to the success of our farm. We foster an inclusive and respectful work environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Whether caring for livestock, teaching our education programs, tending our market garden, preparing delicious food in our kitchen, providing operational support, or organizing our community events, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes mutual respect, open communication, and shared goals.

To Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to ------------ to apply. We will contact you within two weeks if you are selected for an interview.