Job Details

Retail Gourmet Food Store Salesperson – On-site Sales,

Classes, Events & Production Support (Part-Time)

Company: Hollie's Homegrown

Location: 3668 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA

Reports to: Owner & Store Manager

Job Type: Part-time (15–25 hours/week); weekends & some evenings for events/classes

Job Begins: Training mid-September, Store opening early October 2026

Overview

Hollie`s Homegrown is seeking a friendly, enthusiastic Retail Salesperson who loves great

food, natural organic products, and connecting with our local community. You`ll focus on

selling our Holle`s Homegrown products (Foods, Teas and Bath & Body) in addition to local

artisan`s items (i.e. ceramics, textiles, candles, etc.) on the sales floor, assist during in-store

classes and events, and support the Manager with light production tasks—making products,

labeling, and stocking shelves—so the store looks beautiful and our guests feel cared for

with the highest level of customer service. Our sales team is committed to our mission,

where we replace “selling” with “educating” and we`re looking for those who understand

the difference.

Core Responsibilities

Sales & Customer Experience

• Greet every guest warmly; listen, recommend, and sell across our Food and Bath & Body

lines.

• Explain product benefits, ingredients, usage, and gifting ideas; suggest complementary

items (cross-sell/upsell).

• Process sales, returns, and exchanges accurately; follow cash-handling procedures.

• Invite customers to join our email list, follow HH social media, and Yelp & Google

reviews to learn more about HH and our upcoming classes/events.

Classes & Events Support

• Help set up, host, and break down classes/events (e.g., tastings, high teas, maker

workshops, holiday events).

• Welcome attendees, verify registrations, assist with service/refreshments, and support

demonstrations.

• Capture simple photos/video for social media

Production Support – Making & Labeling

• Assist Manager with small-batch making per recipes/SOPs (measuring, mixing, filling).

• Apply labels neatly and verify accuracy (ingredients/allergens/net weight/lot/date

codes).

• Follow basic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), sanitation, and allergen-awareness

guidelines.

Merchandising & Stocking

• Restock shelves and back stock; keep displays tidy and on-brand.

• Check price/label accuracy on finished goods; communicate low-stock and best sellers.

• Support seasonal changeovers and gift builds.

Operations & Safety

• Maintain a clean, safe, welcoming store; complete opening/closing and daily checklists.

• Follow county health department basics for retail food handling; escalate issues

promptly.

Communication & Teamwork

• Share guest feedback and product ideas with the team.

• Work collaboratively; jump in where needed during peak traffic or events.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-first approach with clear communication and a helpful attitude.

• Experience in retail, hospitality, or customer service preferred (specialty food/beauty a

plus).

• Comfort learning product details and explaining benefits; willing to ask questions and

take notes.

• Reliable, punctual, and organized; able to multi-task between service and stocking.

• Able to lift up to 30–40 lbs (cases of jars/ingredients) and stand for extended periods.

• California Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

• If helping pour/serve alcohol at tastings: CA Responsible Beverage Service (RBS)

certification (or obtain within 60 days).

• Experience with POS system Toast and simple inventory tasks

• Interest in herbs, local food, and small-batch making; light social content capture for

recaps.

Schedule, Compensation & Perks

• 3–4 shifts/week including at least one weekend day; evenings as needed for

classes/events.

• Starting pay: $28 per hour; employee discount; opportunities for extra hours during

holidays, growth potential as we scale.

• On-site role in Lafayette.

How to Apply

Email a short note and resume to hollies@hollieshomegrown.com .

Hollie`s Homegrown Mission, Work Environment and EEO Statement

• Our mission is to grow and procure the highest quality herbs, full of flavor and

medicinal properties to craft delicious, healthy, safe food and bath/body products. In

addition, we support a diverse group of local, original artists and artisans giving them a

unique retail space to promote their creative talents by selling and exhibiting them in

our store.

• Our work atmosphere is fun, creative, with amazing people and community

involvement. We have a deep passion for organic farming and making and partnering

with like-minded creatives who make clean healthy products. It`s not just selling

products, it`s being a valuable, important part of our team where our result is every

customer feels and understands how we are different and are making a difference

because of our environmental and community economic empowerment for creative

people.

• Hollie`s Homegrown is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming shopping

environment for our team and our customers. All hiring decisions are based on store

needs, job requirements, and individual merit. We hire without regard to race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital

status, military status, or any other status protected by California Law as an Equal

Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive and

safe workplace.