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.
