Laura's Raw Honey

Laura’s Raw Honey is looking for a friendly, dependable, and outgoing 1099 independent contractor to work the 50th Annual Lockport Outdoor Arts & Craft Festival in Lockport, NY on June 27–28, 2026. About the Festival: The Lockport Outdoor Arts & Craft Festival attracts approximately 20,000–25,000 visitors over the two-day event and is one of the area’s longest-running festivals. The event takes place on Main Street in Lockport, NY, near the historic Erie Canal and Flight of Five Locks. Festival Hours: Saturday, June 27, 2026: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday, June 28, 2026: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Setup Hours: Saturday setup begins at 9:00 AM and booths must be fully set up by 11:00 AM. Compensation: $20/hour Position Responsibilities: • Selling raw honey and related products • Offering samples to customers • Creating a welcoming and professional booth atmosphere • Working independently during the event • Setting up and tearing down the booth • Processing customer transactions using the Square app on your phone Important Details: • Pick up all booth supplies from our Rochester storage unit before the festival • Supplies include honey inventory, tent, tables, weights, signage, and booth setup materials • Return all supplies to the storage unit after the event • Tent must be properly weighted — stakes are not permitted on blacktop surfaces • Must complete inventory counts before the festival begins and again after the festival ends to reconcile cash sales, credit card sales, and remaining inventory returning to storage • No sitting or chairs in the booth during festival hours • Bring your own water, snacks, and anything needed for long event days • No alcohol consumption or vaping while working • No unauthorized people allowed behind the booth Sales & Payment Processing: • You will use the Square app on your phone to process credit card transactions • Experience using Square is a plus, but guidance can be provided beforehand Travel: Travel expenses are not included, including gas, tolls, hotel, or meals. Preparation Opportunity: You can shadow Laura in the booth at an upcoming event prior to the festival to become familiar with the products, booth setup, customer interactions, and sales process before working independently. Additional Opportunities: Additional festival opportunities in Rochester and Buffalo may be available for the right person. We Are Looking For Someone Who: • Has excellent customer service skills • Is approachable, positive, and professional • Is comfortable talking with customers throughout the day • Is dependable and punctual • Can lift and transport booth supplies • Works well independently • Has sales, retail, vendor, or customer service experience preferred but not required To Apply, Please Send: • Your name • Relevant experience • Availability • Why you would be a good fit for the position