Mariposa Food Co-op is a cooperatively-owned grocery store that provides residents of West Philadelphia with access to healthy, locally grown, and sustainably produced foods. To do this requires skilled and passionate staff members. If you believe in the power of cooperative ownership and want to contribute to one of Baltimore Avenue’s fastest-growing organizations, join the Mariposa team!
We are proud to partner with UFCW Local 1776 Union and provide Union jobs in our community.
Current Job Openings
Please see all the open jobs available below, along with the link to apply for the job.
Security & Loss Prevention Associate - The Security and Loss Prevention Representative is responsible for supporting and managing a safe, secure, and welcoming Co-op for all staff and customers. They will exhibit a sense of urgency when responding to all emergencies, monitor daily activity on the sales floor to ensure policies and procedures are being followed, and will maintain a physical security presence on the sales floor while interacting with customers to ensure a safe and pleasant customer experience. Security and Loss Prevention Representatives support and encourage consistent implementation of the Co-op’s customer service standards and support the Facilities Manager and Front End Manager in identifying and implementing processes, policies and standards.
Multi-Departmental Clerk (Seasonal) - The Multi-Departmental Clerk includes cashier and stocker/receiver responsibilities. This role involves efficiently stocking, receiving, and cashiering while providing excellent customer service. The Clerk will report to either the Grocery & Wellness Manager/Assistant Manager, Produce Manager, or Front End Manager; depending on the task, and receive direction from Leads. This position is for 2-3 months, if long-term openings become available seasonal staff will have the priority.
Produce Manager - The Produce Manager is responsible for overseeing all functions of the Produce Department including staff management, product buying, merchandising, financial management and ensuring that all aspects of the department’s operation are in alignment with Mariposa Food Co-op’s goals and expectations. The Produce Manager ensures that the department continues to meet or exceed the expectations of the industry and customers alike by making strategic changes and improvements as needed. The Produce Manager reports directly to the Cooperative Executive Officer and is a part of Mariposa’s leadership team.
Shift Lead-The Shift Leads support and manage daily tasks Mariposa’s Front End and other departments, support and encourage consistent implementation of Mariposa’s customer service standards, support the Front End Manager in identifying and implementing processes, policies and standards.
Grocery Stocker/Receiver-Stocker/Receivers receive, stock and promote products in an efficient and focused manner and provide excellent customer service by answering questions about products and helping customers to get what they need. Stocker/Receivers report to either the Grocery & Wellness Manager & Assistant Manager or the Produce Manager depending on what is stated in their offer letter and they may receive direction from Leads as well.
General Applications
Applications for cashiers, produce stockers, and grocery stockers are accepted at all times regardless of current vacancies. Applicants for these positions may print out a job application and send it to hiring@mariposa.coop, drop it off in store or share your information with us here. Applicants may also request a paper copy in store. Including a resume with your job application is encouraged.
Due to the high volume of applicants, we do not accept phone inquiries about job opportunities. Additionally, we will only be in touch with individuals whose applications meet our needs.
Mariposa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, gender/gender expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, or any other identifier irrelevant to Mariposa’s employment opportunities. People of color, LGBTQIA, other minorities, and women are encouraged to apply.