Career Opportunities

Do you want to be a part of the solution to end hunger and food waste? We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion to make a difference. Consider joining our team!

Are you an avid learner who approaches challenging deadlines and problem-solving opportunities head on?
Do you enjoy working as a team and interacting with people from all types of backgrounds?
Does the notion of trying new things and going beyond your comfort zone excite you?
Are you self-motivated and ready to do what it takes to help reach the common goal?

If you checked the above boxes, you may be a great fit for a role at Last Mile Food Rescue. Consider joining a team of business leaders working hard to solve the problem of food waste and food insecurity.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule
Competitive Pay
Generous Paid Time Off

Health Insurance
IRA contribution
New Parent Leave

Current Openings

Assistant Market Manager

Job Description and Responsibilities 

Position Title: Last Mile Market Assistant Manager 

Reports to: Director of Distribution Partnerships and Programs

Position Purpose:

The Last Mile Market is a mobile pantry that supports communities that are experiencing food insecurity and do not have a reliable source of free or low cost healthy & perishable food. The Last Mile Market Assistant Manager will be an integral tool in the implementation and further development of this program. We are looking for someone who is hardworking and has a passion for making their community a better place for all members to live and thrive.

This position is for you if you:

Have a passion to make a positive impact in our community.
Enjoy working with customers and leading volunteers.
Are a detail oriented, organized, and reliable team member.
Have strong interpersonal skills and are an active communicator.
Are a problem-solver and face new challenges head-on.
Can remain mission focused in a fast-paced environment.

What does a Last Mile Market Assistant Manager do?

Operates company van and sets up our mobile, farmers style market.
Manages operations of the Last Mile Market in specified neighborhoods.
Receives, inspects, and organizes food donations to ensure food safety.
Recruits, trains, and manages market volunteers to create a positive customer experience.
Communicates with and engages customers, donors, and other stakeholders to further the mission of Last Mile Market.
Works cross functionally with supervisor and team members to improve existing processes and develop new strategies.
Remains flexible to perform other duties to benefit the mission and vision of LMFR.

Qualifications and Experience:

Associate degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Conversationally proficient in Spanish strongly preferred.
Current driver’s license with good driving record. No moving violations within the past 12 months.

Work Schedule & Requirements:

M-F 8am-4pm, occasional flex working opportunities.
Mild to heavy physical activity involving lifting (30-60 pounds regularly), moving large objects, setting up tables and sorting through food.

Compensation:

Hourly Pay: Based on experience

Employer paid option Healthcare, 401K, and generous paid time off

Please direct interest and resume to: Crystal Cottrill, crystal@lastmilefood.org

Last Mile Driver

Job Description and Responsibilities 

Position Title: Last Mile Driver  

Reports to: Fleet Manager  

Position Purpose:

The Last Mile Driver ensures the safe and timely pickup and delivery of rescued food using LMFR vehicles, connecting local donors with community agencies across Greater Cincinnati. This part-time role is central to LMFR’s mission of reducing food waste and fighting hunger, with potential to grow into full-time as demand increases.

This position is for you if you: 

Have a passion to make a difference in our community.

Want to be part of the solution to hunger and food waste.

Enjoy working with customers and have strong interpersonal skills.

Are detail oriented and enjoy variety and change in your daily work.

What does a Last Mile Driver do? 

Safely operates LMFR vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and organizational policies.

Picks up food donations and delivers to partner agencies all over Greater Cincinnati.

Assists with the loading, sorting and distribution of food.

Provides excellent customer service to donors, partner agencies, and volunteers.

Accurately records pickup and delivery quantities using LMFR app.

Immediately reports any issues with vehicles or other assets.

Assists with maintaining and organizing LMFR storage and facilities.

Uses LMFR and other apps on personal cell phone to complete rescues and communicate throughout the day.

Qualifications and Experience:  

High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required).

Must be at least 18 years of age (Required).

Must be able to pass a DOT Physical and submit to pre-employment screening (Required).

Current driver’s license with good driving record. No moving violations within the past 12 months (Required).

Comfortable driving or learning to drive large vans and box trucks (Required).

Work Schedule & Requirements: 

Typical schedule is 8am-12pm, with occasional Saturday or holiday shifts as needed. Additional hours in the afternoon are often available but not guaranteed.

The ability to lift 30-60 pounds regularly.

Mild to heavy physical activity involving moving large objects, operating a pallet jack and sorting through food.

Compensation and benefits:  

Starting at $17 an hour  

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, and EAP benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Please direct interest and resume to:

Avery Swanson, Last Mile Food Rescue

avery@lastmilefood.org

Development Manager

Job Title: Development Manager

Department: Advancement
Reports to: Senior Director of Advancement
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $55,0000-$60,000, commensurate with experience

Overview

Last Mile Food Rescue is a fast-growing nonprofit working to eliminate wasted food and close the meal gap in Greater Cincinnati. We operate with discipline, measurable impact, and a strong commitment to community partnership.

The Individual Giving & Grants Manager supports the execution of our annual giving strategy and manages a portfolio of small grants. This role focuses on growing individual donor revenue, strengthening retention, and building a reliable pipeline of foundation support under $10,000. This is a hands-on revenue role for a highly organized, detail-driven professional who can manage deadlines, write clearly and persuasively, and translate impact into compelling donor communication.

Annual Giving & Individual Donor Revenue

· Execute annual individual giving strategy in partnership with the Senior Director of Advancement.

· Manage and implement multi-channel appeals (email, direct mail, digital).

· Oversee donor segmentation and targeted communications.

· Track performance of appeals and recommend improvements based on results.

· Manage and grow a monthly giving program through acquisition, retention, and engagement efforts.

· Monitor revenue goals and provide regular reporting on progress.

Donor Retention & Stewardship

· Support consistent, mission-aligned donor communications throughout the year.

· Coordinate timely acknowledgment and stewardship touchpoints.

· Partner with communications and program teams to translate impact into donor-facing messaging.

Grants (Up to $10,000)

· Maintain a pipeline and calendar of small foundation and corporate grant opportunities.

· Write and submit grant proposals and required reports for awards under $10,000.

· Ensure compliance with deadlines and reporting requirements.

· Support data gathering for larger grant proposals led by contracted writers or senior staff.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with direct experience in annual giving and/or grant writing.

· Strong writing skills with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines with high attention to detail.

· Familiarity with donor databases and fundraising analytics tools.

· Comfort working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)

· Year-over-year growth in annual individual giving revenue.

· Measurable increase in monthly donor participation and retention.

· Reliable pipeline of small grants submitted on time and in full.

· Improved donor retention and engagement metrics.

· Consistent execution of appeals aligned with revenue goals.

Compensation & Benefits

· Salary: $55,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience

· Healthcare and retirement benefits

· Mileage reimbursement

· Generous paid time off

To Apply

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter to beth@lastmilefood.org with the subject line: LMFR Individual Giving & Grants Manager. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Last Mile Food Rescue does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, the appointment to and termination from its Board of Directors, hiring and firing of staff or contractors, selection of volunteers, selection of vendors, and providing of services.

Last Mile Food Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. We shall not discriminate and will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, Board membership, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, or for any other discriminatory reason.