New Leaf Community Markets, Inc. is hiring: Chalk Artist in Santa Cruz

1213 - NL River Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America

Job Description

Who is New Leaf Community Markets?

New Leaf Community Markets opened its doors as a small cooperative in 1985 on the Westside of Santa Cruz. We learned early on, that the well-being of our guests, staff, and community starts with sustainable, locally-produced food. Farm-to-table all the way! We’ve partnered with open-minded producers who care as deeply about our people, the planet, and social justice as we do, from day one.

Our mission is to be a purveyor of good – from offering the best local and natural foods to taking care of our staff, community, and environment. We love what we do, and we know that it’s our passionate staff who make it all possible. We’re committed to taking care of our people by leading the way with progressive employment practices.

Every day, we work to create an atmosphere of openness, caring, trust, and fairness – a place where staff can thrive, and differences are celebrated. As a member of the New Leaf Community Markets team, you can count on an inclusive, friendly environment and a welcoming group of inspired individuals who love people, great food, and being a part of a community gathering place.

Ingredients You’ll Bring to the Table:

You love food and have the ability to create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests’ expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work.

You embody the spirit of New Leaf Community Market's core values: Community, Integrity, Sustainability, Quality, and Respect; and you are driven by our mission to nourish and sustain our community by using business as a force for change.

What’s on Your Plate:

Job Title: Chalk Artist

Department: Store Operations

Reports To: Store Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Summary

The Chalk Artist will design and create chalkboard signs for promotions, store literature, signage, hand-drawn flyers, and shelf signs. They will work together with Store Operations Management and ensure that all objectives and goals of the department and store are met or exceeded, as communicated by the Advertisement and Merchandising teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and produce hand-written and hand-drawn signage for all departments, adhering to company standards.
• Maintain visual quality and consistency for all departments.
• Perform daily store walks in all departments to check the quality and appearance of signs. Replace as needed.
• Illustrate chalkboards for display in departments.
• Maintain inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Use courteous and proper etiquette when answering the phones and pages.
• Maintain working knowledge and application of all merchandising expectations within the department.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). The Chalk Artist should have previous experience as a sign maker, assistant sign maker, or equivalent. Strong hand lettering, illustration, and graphic design skills are a must, as well as superior spelling skills and the ability to perform simple math operations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Chalk Artist is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods. Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders, and squat. The Chalk Artist must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why You’ll Love Working at New Leaf Community Markets

• Amazing Benefits Package – Including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401k at 25 hours a week.
• Great earning potential with the opportunity for growth within our family of brands.
• Paid Parental Leave available.
• Lifestyle Scheduling.
• Public Transport Benefits.
• Paid Community Service Hours.
• 30% discount at all New Leaf Community Markets, Bristol Farms, and Lazy Acres Natural Market locations.