About Us

Welcome to Mala Tara! We are a self-funded wellness brand founded and led by AAPI women, with roots in Bangkok, Thailand. We specialize in crafting organic, whole-flower teas that promote mindful, conscious living while celebrating Southeast Asian botanical heritage.

Our Wellbeing in Bloom mission is to redefine modern wellness through sustainable practices, direct partnerships with small family farms, and the support of local craftsmanship. We believe everyone has their own unique beauty and time to bloom. We are currently expanding across the United States through exclusive nationwide pop-up events, and we are looking for a passionate individual to join us on this exciting journey!

This November, we are bringing Mala Tara to select San Francisco coffee and tea festival events, creating warm, sensory tea experiences for customers looking for meaningful gifts, wellness rituals, and beautifully crafted products. We are looking for a passionate individual to support our San Francisco event season.

San Francisco Event Dates

This role is for the following San Francisco events:

• San Francisco Coffee Festival
  Saturday–Sunday, November 7–8
  Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA
  9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

• San Francisco International Tea Festival
  Saturday–Sunday, November 14–15
  Ferry Building Marketplace, San Francisco, CA
  10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Applicants may apply for one or both event weekends. Please clearly indicate your availability when applying.

What You’ll Do

• Engage & Educate: Welcome customers to the pop-up, creating a warm, inviting, and on-brand atmosphere while sharing Mala Tara’s values and story.
• Drive Sales: Actively recommend products and highlight marketing promotions tailored to customer needs, collaborating with the Business Development and Analytics Manager to achieve daily revenue goals.
• Pop-Up Operations: Brew teas, maintain beautiful visual merchandising, and assist with booth setup/breakdown and on-site inventory management and data collection to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Customer Success: Deliver an exceptional and seamless checkout experience that leaves a lasting positive impression on every customer.

Who We’re Looking For

• Early in your journey: This role is perfect for someone early in their marketing, retail, or brand-building journey who is eager to gain hands-on, real-world experience with a growing brand.
• Adaptable & energized: You thrive in the exciting, fast-paced nature of short-term pop-up events and appreciate a flexible work schedule.
• A natural connector: You are outgoing, a clear communicator, and genuinely love meeting new people and creating memorable customer experiences.
• Reliable & ready to learn: You are dependable, comfortable taking initiative, and excited to see how brand, community, and commerce connect in a physical space.
• Authorized: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Local candidates in the Portland area are preferred.

Time & Compensation:

• Location: On-site in San Francisco, CA.
• Schedule: Part-time, event-based.
• Base Pay: $15.00–$20.00 per hour. Shifts are typically 6–8 hours, depending on event setup and closing needs.
• Bonus Commission: Earn a 10% commission on your total sales for the day once your daily sales reach $2,000 USD.
  

How to Apply:

We want to build a team that truly connects with our vision! To apply, please email your resume to info@malatara.com with the exact subject line: Apply for Sales & Exp Asso (SF Bay Area) - [Your Name]

In the body of your email, please include a short paragraph telling us:

• Why you would be a great fit for Mala Tara: www.malatara.com
• How you can help us succeed at these San Francisco events.
• Your availability for the following event weekends:
  • San Francisco Coffee Festival — November 7–8
  • San Francisco International Tea Festival — November 14–15

Please specify whether you are available for both event weekends or only one of them.