Spring is on the way and so is Farmer’s Market Season!

 COMPANY DESCRIPTION

By Thompson (formerly Chillology) is a New York-based tea, home goods brand focused on crafting slower living and daily wellness. Ran by Dacia Thompson, the aim is to extend a symbolic cup of tea to each person who purchases. The entity’s standards are committed towards ensuring fair trade, ethical labor practices, and sustainable sourcing of our tea and honey. At By Thompson my products are carefully selected and are of the highest quality in freshness and taste. My teas, Jamaica Native coffee and Jamaican honey are free from artificial additives or preservatives, offering pure, vibrant flavors to tea lovers and conscious consumers alike.

For more information, visit the website and social media page (Instagram), and interact with our products.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: FT Farmers Market Sales Assistant for the season
Location: Main Market locations and dates are:

Grand Bazaar NYC.

Artists & Fleas Williamsburg.

Stormville Antique Flea Market - Stormville NY

Rivervale Farmer’s Market in Rivervale NJ

Teaneck Farmers Market, Teaneck NJ

Kingston Farmers Market, Kingston NY

More markets will be added as the season gets closer.


Job Type: Full-Time, including weekends (with occasional pop-up events)
Start Date: 11April2026 - 1Nov2026

Compensation:  $100/day per market with a stipend for lunch

ROLE OVERVIEW

I am seeking an enthusiastic farmers market sales assistant to represent “by Thompson” in different locations across New York and northern New Jersey. Notable locations are at the Grand Bazaar NYC, Artists & Fleas in Williamsburg, and Stormville Antique Flea Market. The sales assistant will also be expected to represent the business in various pop-up events across the New York area. As the face of by Thompson, you’ll engage customers, share my story, and drive sales of our premium products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and manage by Thompson’s market stalls with an inviting and professional display. 

• Engage customers with warmth and knowledge

• Share our story and standards including our sustainably sourced teas, fair-trade, ethical labor practices

• Pack teas and take orders where needed 

• Handle sales transactions (cash and card) and maintain accurate records. 

• Educate customers on our handpicked, plant-based tea blends and brewing tips. 

• Assist with inventory management and restocking at market events. 

• Pack down the stall efficiently at the end of each market day.

• Register customer feedback and experiences

REQUIREMENTS 

  • Passionate about or to learn about tea, and product sourcing

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

  • Must have a NYS Food Handler’s Permit

  • Must be US based. This is not a remote role.

  • Friendly, outgoing, and confident in engaging diverse customers. 

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends and occasional pop-up events. 

  • Comfortable handling cash and card transactions (experience with POS systems a plus). 

  • Physically able to set up stalls, lift light inventory, and stand for extended periods. 

  • Previous sales, retail, or farmers market experience is a bonus but not required.

    Why Join by Thompson? 

  • Be part of a mission-driven company passionate about quality, sustainability, and ethical practices. 

  • Work in the vibrant atmosphere of NYC’s top farmers markets and pop-up events. 

  • Gain hands-on experience in sales, customer engagement, and small business operations. 

  • Enjoy a supportive team and the chance to share exceptional teas with the community.

  • Inviting perks and benefits

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• 15% employee discount on all our products.

• Competitive renumeration

• Opportunity to learn more about the art and culture of teas, business management and more.

HOW TO APPLY
Send your resume and a brief note about why you’d love to join this endeavor to [heydacia@bythompson.online]. Please include “Farmers Market Sales Assistant” in the subject line.

APPLICATIONS DEADLINE:

31Mar2026

Join us today in sharing our passion for quality tea at some of New York’s most vibrant markets!