Local Food Growth Ambassador

🌱 About Foraged:

At Foraged, we're passionate about connecting communities to unique, sustainable, locally-sourced foods. Our platform empowers small food businesses, artisanal producers, and food entrepreneurs by providing them with the tools to sell directly to consumers, grow their businesses, and reach a wider audience of food enthusiasts.#knowyourfarmer

👩‍🌾 Position Overview:

We're on the lookout for college students who are passionate about sustainable, locally-sourced food, and farmer’s markets to join us as Local Food Ambassadors. As a Local Food Ambassador, you will be the face of Foraged in the field, helping to expand our network of vendors and artisans by introducing them to the benefits of joining the Foraged marketplace.

💼 Key Responsibilities:

Explore local farmers markets to discover and chat with potential new vendors for Foraged, sharing the Foraged vision.
Gather contacts and share your insights with us – they’re crucial in shaping our outreach strategies
Represent Foraged authentically and passionately in every interaction.

🌟 Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in college or a university.
Great at connecting with people and sharing stories.
Deeply passionate about sustainability and local food culture.
Independent, driven, and ready to take initiative.
Familiar with the farmers market vibe and local food trends.
Willing to travel to various local farmers markets in your city.

🚀 What Foraged Offers:

Real-World Experience: Get hands-on in business development within the sustainable food sector.
Cash Bonus: Earn a reward for every vendor you successfully bring aboard.
Foraged Swag: Rock some cool gear and have things to give out like canvas bags, shirts, and cool stickers.
Further Internship Potential: Top-performers may be asked to join us for a more formal full-time internship in the summer 2024.
Make an Impact: Your work will directly contribute to a mission-driven company's growth.
Networking Goldmine: Build connections in the food and sustainability industries.
Flexibility & Team Collab: Work on your terms in a supportive, dynamic environment.

If you're enthusiastic about making the food system better and bringing business directly to farmers and small food businesses, let's talk!