Market Helper / Food Service Assistant #8958

Pepper & Thyme

Pepper & Thyme is looking for a reliable, friendly, and hardworking Market Helper to support us during the 2026 farmers market season.

Job Developer: Lindsay Cairns

Market Helper

Part Time

• Location: Ancaster Farmers Market and Burlington Centre Lions Farmers Market
• Schedule: Seasonal, part-time
• Pay: $18.50/hour plus a meal perk during each shift

Market Dates and Times

• Ancaster Farmers Market – Wednesdays, June 3 to October 7, 2026. Market Hours: 3:00 PM–7:00 PM. Estimated Shift Time: 1:30 PM–8:00 PM. Includes setup before the market and tear-down after closing.
• Burlington Centre Lions Farmers Market – Fridays, May 22 to October 23, 2026. Market Hours: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM. Estimated Shift Time: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM. Includes setup before the market and tear-down after closing.

Responsibilities

• Greeting customers and providing friendly service
• Taking orders and processing payments
• Helping package and serve food items
• Restocking products and keeping the booth organized
• Supporting setup and tear-down of tables, signage, displays, and equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards
• Answering basic customer questions about menu items and ingredients
• Assisting with light lifting, carrying, and market-day tasks as needed

Ideal Candidate

• Friendly, reliable, and punctual
• Comfortable speaking with customers
• Able to work in a busy market environment
• Able to stand for several hours
• Able to lift and carry light to moderate items
• Food service or customer service experience is an asset
• Food Handler Certification is an asset but not required
• Must be available for some Wednesdays and/or Fridays during the market season

Application

To apply: Please send a brief message with your availability, any relevant experience, and why you’d be a good fit for Pepper & Thyme.

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