Good Food Jobs is a gastro-job search tool, designed to link people looking for meaningful food work with the businesses that need their energy, enthusiasm, and intellect. We post opportunities with farmers and food artisans, policy makers and purveyors, retailers and restaurateurs, economists, ecologists, and more.
the gastrognomes is a blog for food lovers who want to put their passions to work. We profile the most interesting, engaging, and unlikely food professionals that we find, and we publish them here to inspire you.
NICE THINGS PEOPLE SAY
I’m not sure how I found your website but I love it. I get the Tuesday emails just because they inspire me, even though I’m not looking for a good food job.
- Victoria, GFJ Fan
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- Eric, GFJ Fan
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- Temra, Food Writer
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WE HEAR IT ALL THE TIME . . .
just as soon as . . . ____ happens, I will start my business, . . . i have 'x' number of dollars in the bank, I will take the plunge, or
. . . once I have all of the details sorted out, I am going to start making my dream a reality.
While we applaud thoughtful preparations, we're also here to encourage you. If you wait for perfection before you launch your ideas, you could be waiting forever.
We have a vested interested in more people launching more food related businesses and organizations. Believe us, there is no shortage of work to be done. And this week, we have a few sources of inspiration to help put your wheels in motion . . .
THE $100 STARTUP
We're big fans of Chris Guillebeau and his blog, The Art of Non-Conformity. As non-conformists ourselves, we appreciate his words of wisdom, and we've had great success being energized by the projects he writes about.
This week is no different. Today his new book The $100 Startup hits the stands, and we recommend it for anyone that needs a push in starting their dream. We're advocates of taking control of your work - and this book, which focuses on micro-entrepreneurs (i.e. entrepreneurs who start businesses that laregly consist of themselves alone - no employees), provides endless inspiration for figuring out how to get your own business (or side project) up and running in a real way.
Just remember, the book is a step in the right direction, not a crutch that fools you into thinking you are taking action - use it to inspire your ideas and put them into ACTION.
And if Chris' words resonate with you, too, let him know in person. His book tour starts in NYC today, but you can catch him all over the country in the coming weeks.
LIVE CHAT WITH FOOD LAWYER JASON FOSCOLO
If your excuse is that the legislation intimidates you (or that the fees you'd need to pay to a lawyer to navigate them are cost prohibitive), hide no longer. We've lined up Jason Foscolo, Food & Agricultural Lawyer, for our next LIVE CHAT. He'll be doling out FREE advice, based on your questions, so start thinking about what you want to get out of this session. See below for more details.
LEND A HAND
Help someone else make their dream come true. In this case, it's Robert LaValva, Founder of New Amsterdam Market. Robert has tirelessly advocated for preserving the historic Fulton Fish Market in the South Street Seaport of NYC. On Tuesday, May 15th, he'll be presenting a proposal for the space at the Seaport Committee Meeting of Community Board 1. This critical meeting will set the path for whether we can, as a community, preserve this site or not. The more supporters that show up, the bigger the impact.
If you're inclined to attend, feel free to email RSVP@newamsterdammarket.org. They'll send out additional details about the confirmed time and place of the meeting as soon as the info becomes available (likely to happen near the Seaport at 6:30 PM on Tuesday May 15th).
VOTE FOR US
And help us make our dreams come true! GFJ is entered in GOOD Maker's Sustainable Brands Innovation Open. They're searching for the best and brightest for-profit startups who work to improve people's lives and/or our environment. If you think Good Food Jobs ranks up there, vote for us (and check out the other concepts, too, as there are folks out there doing some great things).
Voting closes on Friday, May 11th. We're the only directly food related brand represented, so if you're like us and you want the world to open their eyes to how food impacts sustainability, cast your vote and spread the word.
FOLLOW UP
Most importantly, when you do put YOUR wheels in motion, let us know. We're always happy to support good people doing great things.
Cheers,
Taylor & Dorothy
Co-Founders, Good Food Jobs
NEXT LIVE CHAT NEXT THURSDAY AT NOON EDT
Jason Foscolo, Food & Agricultural Lawyer, Jason Foscolo LLC
05.17.2012
12:00 PM EDT
What are you waiting for? In most entrepreneurial endeavors it's the fear of the unknown that holds us back. We at GFJ will do our best to combat that. Nothing puts you at ease like the counsel of a lawyer. While they usually don't come cheap, we've enlisted Jason for one hour to answer any and all of your food business related questions free of charge.
HOW TO PREPARE
Do your homework. Make sure that you make the most of Jason's expertise. Check out his website BEFORE the chat. Read his articles, discover his skills and strengths, put together your list of questions, and see where Jason can help you make the most of your hour together. Ask detailed questions that cover information he hasn't already publicized. You've got one hour for free advice - make it count.
See http://goodfoodjobs.com/livechat for more info.
Is there someone specific with whom you want to chat? We're taking requests. Click here to email us your suggestions.
THE GASTRO.GNOMES BLOG
Amy Cao
Head of Social Media & Community
Foodspotting
Amy's story is a delightful mix of serendipity and smarts. We first met her at a small gathering for women entrepreneurs in New York City, and her sparkling eyes belied her sense of humor and social media energy. In addition to keeping up with her own blog and video creations, she works for Foodspotting, where that infectious energy is just part of doing her job . Read More
Foodspotting is all about sharing. When it comes to food, what inspires to you want to shout from the rooftops (or, silently but emphatically, tweet)? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
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GOOD FOOD JOB HIGHLIGHTS
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WEB CONTENT & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Slideluck Potshow Global
New York, NY
What do we value above all? COMMUNITY. And this new 501(c)3 movement is building a community of food and art lovers that awes us.
GARDEN EDUCATOR
Life Lab
Santa Cruz, CA
As we build our own garden this year, we're convinced that there's just no more important skill to pass on than understanding how to nourish ourselves by growing a garden. Help the cause in a real way.
BOARD MEMBER
Everybody Eats
Washington, DC
Help this pay-what-you-can cafe have a real impact in the DC food community.
see more good food jobs at goodfoodjobs.com
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