Job Description

Read description thouroughly and respond to all the custom screener questions. We get a lot of applications and we'll immediately reject any that haven't answered all of the custom questions.

Job Overview

This is a dynamic role with plenty of opportunity to grow and an incredible opportunity for an ambitious candidate who values personal growth. While direct customer sales is our most pressing need, you'll have an opportunity to take initiative toward maximizing personal and career development along with a robust learning experience about what it means to build a small business into a scalable powerhouse.

Your role will be focused on entrepreneurial sales, where product development, storytelling and direct consumer events and sales are a continuous and connected conversation. You'll be exposed to product development projects and production challenges/opportunities all the way through to end-use consumer behaviour, deepening your appreciation for storytelling marketing and receiving real-world feedback for what kind of storytelling works and doesn't work in such a noisy landscape.

Marketing & Brand Development: (40%)

Assist in developing and implementing digital marketing strategies to tell our story, engage customers, and excite them with company updates. Examples: - A content series where you cook and film various recipes - help develop your own cooking show- Network with other local brands to create content and giveaways Filming events and community outreach initiatives Capturing various video content of Victoria/BC's geography and special events Create and schedule content for Instagram and other platforms to grow brand presence Develop a comprehensive email campaign with multiple experiences for different customer segments Capture content of store demos and events Note: you will be working as part of our marketing team and have some flexibility to choose the projects and activities that best enhance your learning and career objectives and align with your passion.

In-Person Sales, special events and brand ambassador work: (50%)

Travel to and represent Slow Sunday Foods at consumer events, pop-ups, and festivals around Metro Vancouver. - Engage with and learn from customer Assist in organizing and hosting in store sampling events, tastings, and brand activations. Attend various community and brand-building events. Community outreach Use these opportunities to bring new ideas to our marketing team - what you're learning from your direct consumer experience

Location and schedule details (approximate breakdowns):

Location: This is a hybrid position that offers a flexible schedule.

40% remote

: at home and cultural and outdoor locations around Victoria.

For this part of the role you may create a schedule that best suits you. It may be the same every week, or you can communicate on our project management system what hours you'd like to work each week

50% at various stores and markets/events around Victoria.

Events will have specific schedules. You have some flexibility to schedule store events according to your preferred schedule. You may do some events on your own, and some as part of a team that will include our founders.

10% at pre-planned locations around Victoria

This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. If you are driven by creativity, innovation, and the desire to build something great, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications we're looking for

1-2 years of experience in marketing, sales, food service, or direct customer engagement. Familiarity with social media platforms Email marketing experience Confidence in video storytelling, or a basic understanding with an eagerness to grow through participation. Passion for food, the food business and excited to learn about how to create a scalable food business Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with customers both online and in person. Highly organized, adaptable, and able to take initiative and multitask. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle (some travel required). Physically able to lift 25 lbs occasionally (for markets). An optimistic and growth mindset - a view of challenges, big and small, as opportunities to create something better
Job Types: Permanent, Seasonal, Internship / Co-op, Part-time
Contract length: 4-8 months

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you own or have reliable access to an insured vehicle? Describe why you think this opportunity is well suited for you (I'm looking for specifics after you've carefully read the job description. Don't give a generic response about wanting to gain marketing experience) Are you currently a post-secondary student? What are you studying? If you're not studying in a related field, explain why you want this position. Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident? Due to funding restrictions this position is only available for Canadian citizens or Permanent residents Why do you think you'd excel in this role?
Work Location: In person