Farm 2 U Exhibit Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $21.00 or $23.00 / hr

Job Overview

A position within the Agriculture, Arts, and Education Department that reports to theAgricultural Programs Supervisor, the Farm 2 U Exhibit Coordinator assists inthe management of a dynamic and educational exhibit to be installed during the San DiegoCounty Fair, overseeing its assembly, maintenance, programming, and customer servicefunctions.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

Coordinates the exhibits vendors and culinary / stage activities before, during, and after the

fair.

Serves as a Farm 2 U Stage Liaison, working cooperatively with Production Stage Staff and

Stage Emcee to maintain effective and consistent Farm 2 U Stage programming.

Works cooperatively with supervisor to actively engage in outreach to solicit and confirm the

following for Farm 2 U Stage : demonstrators, agricultural experts, Master Food Preservers,

Beer & Wine Tastings of the Day.

Works cooperatively with supervisor to solicit and confirm the following for Farm 2 U

Exhibit : exhibit vendors, including but not limited to Master Food Preservers and

Agricultural Product Vendors.

Coordinates set-up, maintenance, tear-down, storage, and inventory of the Farm 2 U Stage,

Kitchen, and Vendor educational displays, supplies, and exhibit equipment.

Involved in the installation, maintenance, and tear-down of the exhibits stage, kitchen, and

vendor areas which may include using tools and equipment.

Oversees staff in the stocking, cleaning, and maintenance of the stage, culinary kitchen, and

surrounding area.

Coordinates the acquisition of supplies and materials for the stage and culinary kitchen.

Assists in the creation of an engaging and entertaining stage schedule, vendor signage,

interactives, and decor.

Coordinates with supervisor in marketing efforts such as newsletter announcements, social

media posts, emails, and networking when needed.

Interact with and help presenters and Fair guests to ensure an enjoyable experience.

Responds to verbal and written questions and concerns in a timely and knowledgeable

manner.

Assists in the coordination and oversight of exhibit employees, before, during, and after the

fair.

Practices and directs others in good physical work methods and established standards.

Uses and directs others to use personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, goggles) properly

and maintains a safe work environment.

Uses Microsoft 365 tools such as OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook and Excel.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested when needed.

Willingness to attain proper certifications for preparation and handling of food if necessary.

Qualifications

Excellent customer service skills and ability to work cooperatively with team members.

Previous experience with culinary, food, wine, and / or agricultural organizations notrequired, but preferred.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to work in and direct staff / volunteers in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and / or ability to learn applications quickly.

Working Conditions

Seasonal, part-time schedule starting in October through Mid-July.

Work is mainly indoors, some outdoors.

Work in a lively environment with loud noises and large groups of people.

Work may involve exposure to weather conditions including fluctuating temperatures.

Work will include standing and walking on concrete floors and exposure to dust and dirt.

Work will include lifting objects up to 50 pounds and moving heavy objects.

Schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.