Job Description
WHO WE ARE:FRESHFARM builds a more equitable, vibrant, sustainable, and resilient food future for the region by producing innovative solutions in partnership with local communities and organizations in the DC area.We create food access, economic development, and community building through hands-on education, farmers markets, and distribution programs.FRESHFARM's is a nonprofit food hub and food distributor with two key missions:(1) to support small- and mid-sized local farmers in the Mid-Atlantic region - especially Black and Brown farmers - to connect with wholesale partners to grow their businesses and (2) to nourish our community, and especially those who struggle with food security, by providing them with fresh, locally grown produce at wholesale prices.Our team works closely with numerous community organizations that serve low-income families and individuals with a need for fresh fruits and vegetables.Since we source our produce from our farmers markets in DC, Maryland, & Virginia, we support our local farmers while bringing more fresh fruits & vegetables to our neighbors in need.WHO YOU ARE:Passionate about FRESHFARM's mission and open to taking direction and running with bold ideas Can independently resolve problems by being proactive, creative, and flexible Detail oriented and efficient in your execution of every task Can communicate and collaborate with diverse individuals as a member of a team Not afraid to work outdoors and get down and dirty with the local food system Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience in operations/logistics or delivery required for consideration WHAT YOU'LL DO:Food Hub Operations Associates report to the Food Hub Logistics & Operations Senior Manager and are responsible for supporting the operations of the Food Hub by doing the following:Fulfill deliveries to program partners in Food Hub vehicles; ensure all orders are correct, deliveries are on-time, and customers & program partners are served with the utmost care Execute Food Hub operations by transporting equipment, receiving produce from farmers, leading assembly lines, packing wholesale orders, assisting with loading items for delivery, and setting up/breaking down equipment Manage and maintain vehicles, equipment, and storage facilities used by the Food Hub THE PERKS:The Food Hub is the first (and only!) of its kind.Get first hand experience working with an innovative model of food distribution and learn about DC's local food system along the way! Work with a collaborative, diverse, and welcoming team.Enjoy an immersive and dynamic work environment - never a dull day at the Food Hub! Get access to an abundance of local produce! THE DETAILS:This is a part-time, non-exempt position with regular weekly hours, ranging from 15-32 hours per week, depending on program needs.Currently we are seeking 4 Associates interested in working for the 2026 Main Season.The ideal candidate will be seeking 25hours per week.This position has variable hours that can range from 10-30 hours / week depending on candidate interest/availability and customer demand.This is a seasonal role that will terminate no later than 11/27/2026.Operations Associates in the 2026 season may also be eligible for rehire for the 2027 season based on program needs.Required availability:Saturdays 7am-2pm Thursdays 9am-5pm Additional shifts may be available, as follows :Mondays 9am-3pm Tuesdays 8:30am-4pm Wednesdays 11:30am-7:30pm Fridays 9am-1pm Sundays 8am - 3pm These shift times represent maximum shift lengths.Shift lengths can vary depending on program needs and demand.Operations Associates may not be assigned to all of the shifts listed above depending on program needs.Shifts begin and end at the Food Hub homebase, located at 5028 46th Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20781, where organization vehicles are parked and where some packing shifts occur.This location is most easily accessible by car, but can also be accessed by metro/bus.The employee must also be able to work from FRESHFARM's office in downtown DC (required for first day of onboarding) This role is compensated at a starting rate of $22.81/hr, with an increase to $23.88/hr after two years tenure, $24.21/hr after four years tenure, and capped at $25.46/hr after seven years tenure Accrue sick leave at a rate of 1 hour for every 28.5 hours of work (max accrual of 73 hours / year) Accrue vacation (1 hr / every 26 work hrs); increases after 3 & 6 yrs tenure, respectively PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Able to regularly load objects up to 50 lbs onto or off of a dolly from a truck or table Able to regularly push a cart or dolly weighing 150-600 lbs up to 200 yds Must be able to work in all-weather conditions in an outdoor environment Able to remain in a stationary position and/or move about the worksite for 5-7 hrs/day Able to operate delivery vehicles, including a large cargo van and/or 11-ft box truck; valid driver's license & clean driving record required Able to load &