Carnation Farms is a community-based hub for regenerative food and agriculture that educates and empowers culinary, food, and farm professionals. We’re working to build a thriving regional food system rooted in health, equity, and sustainability.
We’re looking for a hands-on retail leader who enjoys running day-to-day operations while working closely with culinary and farm teams to bring a shared vision to life.
At Carnation Farms, the Farmstand is more than a store — it’s where our farm, food, and community come together. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, customer-facing environment and is excited to connect people to regenerative agriculture through what we grow and sell.
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Carnation, WA
Employment: Full-Time, Hourly
Position Overview
The Farmstand Manager leads the daily operations of our Farmstand, creating a welcoming and engaging retail experience that reflects the Carnation Farms’ mission, seasonal farm production, and culinary programming.
This is a hands on leadership role for someone who enjoys being on-site, supporting a team, and collaborating across disciplines to bring a thoughtful and cohesive customer experience to life.
- Reports to the Executive Director
- Works in close partnership with the Culinary Director, who provides direction on product selection, merchandising, and food-related offerings
- Collaborates with the farm team to ensure strong representation of seasonal farm products
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning operations while working closely with a culinary or product leader.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day Farmstand operations, including staffing, inventory, vendor coordination, and sales
- Hire, train, schedule, and support a high-performing team
- Deliver an exceptional and mission-driven customer experience
- Execute merchandising and product displays aligned with seasonal and culinary priorities
- Source and manage vendor relationships aligned with local and regenerative food systems
- Collaborate closely with the Culinary Director on product selection and retail experience
- Ensure consistent and prominent integration of Carnation Farms’ produce and livestock products in the Farmstand
- Track sales and performance to improve operations and customer experience
- Support events and pop-ups with strong retail execution
Qualifications
- 3+ years of retail or food-focused management experience
- Strong organizational and operational skills in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with merchandising, inventory management, and POS systems (Square preferred)
- Collaborative mindset and comfort working across teams
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders or leaders
- Passion for local food systems and mission-driven work
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Required – Valid driver’s license and insurability
- Required – WA Food Handler’s Food Permit
- Required – MAST Permit (can be obtained post hire)
Additional Details
Schedule & Work Environment
The typical schedule for this role is Tuesday through Saturday; however, the Farmstand operates Wednesday through Sunday.
This role requires a consistent on-site presence during days the Farmstand is open, with flexibility to adjust the schedule as needed to support operations, staff, and customer experience.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand and move for extended periods
- Weekend and event availability required
Why This Role is Unique
The Farmstand is a central expression of Carnation Farms’ mission — connecting customers directly to the food we grow and the values we stand for. This role offers the opportunity to shape a meaningful, community-centered retail experience that evolves with the seasons.
Additional Information
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- This is a full-time, on-site role
The expected compensation for this position is $25-$31/hour.