Work Collectively With Us!

People’s Food Co-op is a values driven, community-owned natural foods store, and we operate with a democratic, consensus-based Collective Management structure. As Collective Managers, we operate the store together, meaning that in addition to each of us holding a core position, we work Storekeeping shifts, serve on committees, attend monthly meetings, and participate in collective decisions to keep the Co-op financially sustainable and to make it a great place to work. Collective work requires us all to be actively engaged, and though it might be more work, our dedication to a democratic workplace serves both us and the broader community.

Open Positions + How To Apply

We wear many hats as Collective Managers and prioritize modular jobs and cross training to promote both a sustainable workplace and staff development. The open positions listed are full-time, Collective Management-track and include Storekeeper duties in addition to the core job title. We are interested to hear from you, what you see yourself bringing to the Co-op, and what skills you are looking to build here. 

People's is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse applicants to apply! We will not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, size, religion, marital/parental status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic irrelevant to the good enactment of this position.

To learn more about open positions, read job descriptions, and apply, download an application by clicking on the title of each position below. Applications can be submitted via email to the hiring team at: hiring@peoples.coop, mail, or in person at the Co-op by the deadline listed. 

$20.50 Starting wage for all positions, plus a 25% discount | full benefits & annual raises for full-time staff

Substitute Staff Position

This 4-25 hour per week position provides staffing for Store Keeping, Produce Keeping, stocking, and other shifts on an as-needed basis. The purpose and job descriptions for each role are as follows:

Produce Keeper

• Responsible for stocking and displaying fresh produce while offering prompt, friendly customer service to help meet department goals for sales, margin, labor, and customer service.

Storekeeper

• To engage community members and provide prompt, welcoming service.

• To keep the store clean, safe, and well-functioning.

• To further the Ends of the co-op.

COVID-19 Workplace Protocols

• People’s is requiring disclosure of vaccination status that will be visible to all staff.

• All staff will observe 6 ft’ of distance from other staff and customers and Hands On Owners while at work. 

  • In Backstock or Upstairs in the offices, a staff person may choose to waive this social distancing requirement from another staff person if mutually consented to.

• All staff will wear a face mask while inside the building.

  • This requirement does not apply to folks working in the driveway or in the courtyard. 

  • In the Upstairs offices, a staff person may choose to remove their mask while working if it is consented to by all other staff working in that same space.

• We are encouraging working remotely where possible.