Uniq Marketing and Branding

TEAM LEAD – WHOLE FOODS ROADSHOW | SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA Uniq Marketing & Branding is hiring one experienced Team Lead to oversee a premium Whole Foods Roadshow throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a hands-on leadership role. The Team Lead will work the activation as a Brand Ambassador while also managing event logistics, setup, reporting, and event materials. We are looking for someone who can commit to the entire program from August 13 – September 22, 2026. This roadshow will travel to multiple Whole Foods Market locations across the Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, Mill Valley, Novato, Napa, Sonoma, Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, and San Jose. Applicants should be comfortable traveling between assigned locations. Mileage reimbursement is available for longer travel distances. Event Locations August August 13 – Stonestown (San Francisco) August 14 – Sonoma August 15 – SOMA (San Francisco) August 16 – Sebastopol August 17 – Santa Rosa August 18 – Novato September September 5 – Santa Rosa September 6 – Alameda (San Jose) September 7 – Blithedale (Mill Valley) September 8 – Blossom Hill (San Jose) September 9 – Harrison (Oakland) September 10 – Napa September 11 – Noe Valley (San Francisco) September 12 – Novato September 13 – Sebastopol September 14 – SOMA (San Francisco) September 15 – Sonoma September 16 – Stonestown (San Francisco) September 17 – Alameda (San Jose) September 18 – Blithedale (Mill Valley) September 19 – Blossom Hill (San Jose) September 20 – Harrison (Oakland) September 21 – Napa September 22 – Noe Valley (San Francisco) Job Overview Lead the Whole Foods Roadshow while actively representing the brand during sampling. You will be responsible for event execution, transporting materials between locations, supporting Brand Ambassadors, and ensuring every activation is set up professionally and starts on time. This position requires a commitment to the full event schedule. Compensation $35/hour 6 paid hours per event 2 hours for setup and tear down (10am-11am & 2pm-3pm) 3-hour activation (11am-2pm) 1 additional hour to safeguard, organize, and transport materials to the next event location Responsibilities Work the activation as the Team Lead and Brand Ambassador. Transport and safeguard all event materials throughout the program, including: Tent 6-foot table Tablecloths Coolers Product Giveaways Receive and transport materials from one location to the next. Set up and break down each activation. Pick up ice from the store before each event and ensure product is cold before the activation begins. Begin the event report during the setup hour, before the activation starts. Complete all required post-event reporting and surveys. Submit high-quality event photos. Support and supervise Brand Ambassador. Maintain inventory and communicate any supply needs. Ensure the activation starts on time and meets client expectations. Skills & Requirements Previous Team Lead or event management experience preferred. Promotional marketing or product sampling experience. Reliable transportation with enough cargo space for event materials. Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented. Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs. Strong communication and leadership skills. Must be available for the entire August and September schedule. Travel Incentives Mileage reimbursement will be provided for farther event locations in accordance with company travel guidelines. Break Information The activation lasts 3 hours, so no meal break is required during sampling. Uniform Branded T-shirt (provided) Blue jeans Clean, all-white sneakers Parking Parking is available in the Whole Foods store parking lot at each location. If paid parking is required at any event location, it will be reimbursed. To receive reimbursement, the Team Lead must submit a clear photo of the parking receipt with their event report. Payment Terms Weekly payment after successful completion of each event and submission of all required reports and photos. Week runs Monday - Sunday, all work during that week is paid following weekend. Employment Type 1099 Independent Contractor Apply We are looking for one dependable Team Lead to manage this roadshow from August 13 through September 22, 2026. If you have experience leading promotional events, enjoy interacting with customers, and can commit to the full schedule, we'd love to hear from you.