Co-op Jobs
It's not just a job, it's a community
At Blue Hill Co-op we strive to provide excellent customer service where all are welcome.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative business environment.
Come work with us and help grow Maine’s vibrant local food community.
At Blue Hill Co-op, we work hard to create a balance between a rewarding job and great work environment. We currently offer the following benefits:
- 20% Discount on Staff Purchases
- 25% off Vitamins & Supplements
- $16/hr Minimum Wage
- Paid Time Off
- Soup and Bread Each Shift
- Paid Break
- Time & a Half Pay on Holidays
- Dental Insurance (Full-Time)
- MERIT (Maine Retirement Investment Trust)
- In-Store Charge Account
- Regular Free-to-Staff Food and Wellness Items
- Flexible Schedule
- Training in Various Areas
- Advancement Opportunities
- Natural Foods Training
- Yearly Bonuses
- Weekly Health Care Stipend (Full-Time)
Other Benefits to Working at Blue Hill Co-op
- Blue Hill Co-op is a friendly and accepting work environment open to all.
- Our management listens. Department heads and the general manager are always open to feedback. We strive to change with new information and improve continually.
- Flexible schedules. We strive to be accommodating to our employees and their needs and obligations.
- Growth. Our employees receive in-store training for their positions but also have the opportunity to cross-train with other departments and pursue training from third parties.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Café Manager who shares our commitment to sustainable food, culinary craft, and community connection. This is a hands-on leadership role with full operational responsibility for our Café — including the kitchen, bakery, service counter, hot bar, and grab-and-go deli case.
The Café Manager provides both strategic direction and day-to-day management, building and leading a talented team while maintaining the high standards of food quality, customer experience, and financial performance that our community expects.
We’re looking for a Produce Assistant to take weekend and evening shifts. Part-time hours available with the possibility of full-time in the future. Produce Assistants are responsible for quality control, maintaining a clean and beautiful display area, and stocking and rotating displays to ensure the freshest possible produce for our owners and customers. We provide excellent customer service in a fast paced environment and keep a clean and organized backstock area. We receive many deliveries from our local farmers as well as larger distributors every day of the week, lifting up to 50 pounds throughout the day. We pride ourselves on offering a wide variety of local, regional, and global produce, so an enthusiasm for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers and seeds is key! Gardeners and home cooks enjoy this work.
Seeking a friendly person for a cashier position, afternoon and evening shifts, 30 hrs per week, year round. This position is responsible for delivering outstanding service to our customers, learning our products and services and consistently being efficient and accurate. Qualified candidates must have cash-handling experience, possess outstanding customer service and communication skills, have the ability to work a flexible schedule, and have great team-working skills. Job description.
Seeking a full-time baker to join our baking team. Must have baking experience and be familiar with kitchen equipment. Training will be provided by our current baking staff before working solo. Hours are 8pm – 4am, five days a week.
Looking for a full time breakfast and lunch cook to work alongside our current staff. An autonomous position that requires cooking and prepping food to order as well as cleanup at the end of the day. Cleanliness and efficiency are a must. Hours are 12pm – 8pm, Monday – Friday. Training to be provided by our current line cook team to prepare for busy summer service. Our kitchen is air conditioned!
The Co-op Cafe is seeking staff for our front counter. Duties include making sandwiches, taking orders, running the register, cleaning, and customer service. This is an entry level position, kitchen experience not necessary but cleanliness and efficiency are a must. Early morning (6:00am – 2:00pm ) and afternoon (12:00pm – 8:00pm) shifts available.
Questions? Email for more info on any of the open positions.
Statement of Equality & Inclusion
Blue Hill Co-op is committed to welcoming people of all identities, cultures and backgrounds. As a triple bottom line cooperative, our vision, mission, and values stand firmly rooted in the nourishment and well-being of our planet, its people, and communities. While racism and colonialism continue to play a significant role in shaping food systems, Blue Hill Co-op is committed to cultivating justice-centered relationships that do not exploit. Blue Hill Co-op does not tolerate bigoted behavior within our community. Accordingly, we take action to foster a safe and inclusive environment.
FAQ for Potential Applicants
You can read more extensively about cooperatives here, but, here’s a short answer. Co-ops or cooperatives are member-owned, member-governed businesses that operate for the benefit of their owners (members) according to common principles established by the international cooperative community. Co-op owners pool resources together to bring about economic results for the benefit of the entire co-op community. Employees can become owners and enjoy all the benefits.
You can submit an application online or fill out a paper application in the store. We encourage applicants to use the online form, though, and take their time with it.
Yes, in the online application there is an option to upload your resume. You can also email it. Resumes sent without completed applications submitted as well will not be considered for the position.
Applications for open positions are reviewed as they come in. If the hiring manager thinks your qualifications are a good fit for a position, we will reach out to you for an interview.
Thank you for your eagerness! Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to speak personally with everyone that applies. If we are interested in moving forward with your application, we will reach out to you to schedule an interview.
Please email us with any additional questions.
