Current Openings
Organization: Last Mile Food Rescue
Reports to: Fleet Manager
Works closely with: Dispatch, on inventory management
Location: Last Mile Food Rescue office, Norwood, OH, plus market sites and partner storage containers
Status: Part-time, 25 to 30 hours per week, hourly; may grow to full-time
About the role
Last Mile Food Rescue (LMFR) is a Greater Cincinnati nonprofit on a mission to save good food and get it to those who need it most. We empower local changemakers to make a critical difference in the lives of our neighbors by fighting food insecurity and eliminating food waste.
The Receiving & Logistics Associate keeps rescued food moving. You'll be the person who greets our rescuers when they bring food in, gets it stored safely and tracked accurately, and gets it back out to our Last Mile Markets and partners. You'll also step in as a backup driver, so no rescue gets missed.
What you'll do
- Receive incoming rescues. Welcome rescuers as they arrive, unload and inspect donated food, and get it logged and stored correctly.
- Manage the container and load for market. Keep our storage container organized, rotate stock, and load vehicles for Last Mile Market distributions.
- Support the Last Mile Market. Attend a market one to two times per week, helping with setup, distribution to neighbors and breakdown.
- Keep inventory accurate. Track what comes in and goes out, working closely with Dispatch, who maintains inventory for our receiving partners.
- Back up our drivers. Drive rescue routes when a driver is out. You'll start on our smaller fleet vehicles; with training and sign-off, you can qualify on our larger trucks over time.
- Help at partner sites. Support operations at LMFR offsite storage.
- Saturday market prep. About one hour on Saturdays to prepare rescued food for market: moving meat to the freezer, organizing and restocking.
- Grow with the role. Over time, take on responsibility for our off-site containers.
- Pitch in on other tasks that support LMFR's mission.
What you'll need
- A valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Ability to lift 15 to 50 lbs regularly, stand for long periods and work outdoors in varying weather
- Strong organization and attention to detail, especially with counts and records
- Friendly, dependable presence with volunteers, partners and neighbors
- Comfortable working on your own and switching between tasks as the day changes
Nice to have
- Warehouse, receiving, food service or inventory experience
- Experience driving vans or box trucks
- Connection to the neighborhoods we serve
Schedule, pay and benefits
- Schedule: Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to 2 pm, plus Saturday, 10 am to 1 pm, for volunteer receiving and market prep. Market days may add time, for a total of 25 to 30 hours per week.
- Pay: $17 per hour
- Benefits: IRA retirement plan and a modified paid time off (PTO) policy for part-time associates
How to apply
Send your resume to matt@lastmilefood.org with the subject line "Receiving & Logistics Associate." Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you need an accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know!
Last Mile Food Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Position Title: Food Rescue Process Coordinator (Dispatcher)
Position Purpose: The LMFR Process Coordinator is the critical link in getting food donations to NonProfit Partners via Food Rescue Heroes and our staff of drivers using the Last Mile Food Rescue mobile app. The Dispatcher directly impacts the mission of the Last Mile Food Rescue organization by planning food rescues, ensuring they are well executed and maintaining proper digital records for reporting and process improvement, all while maintaining a collaborative attitude and work ethic.
This position is for you if you:
- Have a passion to make a difference by helping end hunger and waste.
- Enjoy working with people daily using solid communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are excited to try new things and push the boundaries beyond your comfort zone.
- Face challenging deadlines and problem-solving opportunities head on.
- Are an avid learner, especially for new computer applications and mobile technology.
- Enjoyed your past experiences working with customers, clients and/or volunteers.
- Know someone who describes you as detail- oriented and organized.
- Have a high school diploma or GED and a driver’s license with a good driving record.
- Works well independently and enjoys teaching others.
What does a Food Rescue Process Coordinator do?
- Schedules food rescues from food donors to nonprofit sites.
- Maintains food rescue records and works with numbers to reconcile pounds.
- Handles calls from volunteers, donors, nonprofits, and staff drivers in the food rescue process.
- Works cross functionally with other teammates at LMFR to accomplish given tasks.
- Participates in inventory management of storage container and helps receive rescues and load volunteer vehicles for rescues.
- Effectively reroutes and reschedules rescues during holidays, school closures, and as needed.
- Works with dispatch & freight team to recover and distribute food from large load rescues.
- Thinks quickly to make sound decisions, and work with last minute changes.
- Occasionally goes on a food rescue, using their personal vehicle, LMFR truck, or van.
- Remains flexible to perform other duties to benefit the mission and vision of LMFR.
- Manages multiple projects and timelines effectively and in an organized fashion.
Work Schedule & Requirements
40 hour work week, including some evenings, Saturdays and holidays.
Must be able to lift 20 – 60 lbs regularly, stand/sit for long periods of time, and drive.
Works full time from office space located in Norwood, Ohio.
Compensation
Hourly Pay - $17.00/hr, experience considered.
Mileage reimbursement
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous Paid Time Off
To Apply
Please submit a resume and brief cover letter to matt@lastmilefood.org with the subject line: LMFR Food Rescue Process Coordinator. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Market Operator
Part-Time | Cincinnati, Ohio | Reports to: Market Manager
About Last Mile Food Rescue
Last Mile Food Rescue is a Cincinnati-based nonprofit that operates on a simple thesis: hunger is a logistics problem. Since November 2020, we have rescued more than 18 million pounds of food and delivered nearly 16 million meals to neighbors in need — powered by a network of 400+ nonprofit agency partners, a dedicated volunteer corps, and a growing fleet operation.
We are a logistics-first organization scaling rapidly. This role helps make sure that growth translates into food reliably reaching the partners and neighbors who need it.
The Opportunity
The Last Mile Market brings rescued food directly into Cincinnati neighborhoods with limited access to fresh groceries. Our markets are free and open to all, with no ID or paperwork required, and shoppers choose from produce, dairy, deli and prepared foods, baked goods, and meat. The Market Manager sets the strategy for the markets. Market Operators run them every day.
The Market Operator is the Last Mile staff member in charge on site. You will drive the market van to neighborhood sites, set up and lead the market and guide the volunteers who make it happen, making sure every shopper is welcomed and served. On office days, you will help keep vans loaded, supplies stocked, and operations running smoothly.
This is a part-time role of up to 25 hours a week: three market days (about 15 hours) and one to two office days (up to 10 hours). Markets run Monday-Thursday in winter and Monday-Friday in summer. It is built for someone with strong hands-on operational and people skills who wants to see the direct impact of their work in the food that reaches our neighbors.
What You Will Own
Leading the Market
Serve as market lead during assigned market times — the Last Mile staff member in charge from set-up to teardown
Drive the market van to and from neighborhood sites safely and on schedule
Inspect each site for hazards and clear exits before setting up, and set up the tent, tables, and signage so the market is safe and accessible
Lead shopper check-in, customer service, and restocking so every shopper has a welcoming, dignified experience
Break down the market, load the van, and leave each site clean
Volunteer & Community Engagement
Welcome volunteers, assign market roles (check-in, table runners, restock), and keep the team working together.
Build friendly, respectful relationships with shoppers, host partners, and neighborhood residents
Serve as eyes and ears in the field, sharing operational challenges and community needs with the Market Manager
Safety & Escalation
Follow the Last Mile Market Safety Procedures, de-escalation practices, and other Last Mile Market protocols.
Call the Market Manager for anything beyond routine, and immediately for any serious safety event
Report the facts of any accident, injury, or near miss to the Market Manager the same day of event.
Market Operations & Logistics
Assist the Receiver with loading and unloading market vans
Maintain market supplies and equipment, including tents, tables, tablets, bags, and safety materials
Help the Market Manager with program tasks
Reporting & Coverage
Report shopper counts and any issues to the Market Manager after each market
Cover for the other Market Operators when they are out
Take on additional duties in support of the Last Mile Market as assigned
Who You Are
You are dependable, hands-on, and motivated by the mission of getting food to people who need it. You can drive a van across town, set up a market, direct a crew of volunteers, and greet a line of shoppers — all in one shift — and keep your cool when plans change.
You are friendly with shoppers, clear with volunteers, and calm under pressure
You show up on time and follow through — people can count on you
You lead by example and are comfortable directing others, paid or volunteer
You stay solution-oriented when weather, traffic, or turnout changes the plan
You build respectful relationships with people from many different backgrounds
You are eager to learn, take initiative, and speak up when something could work better
Background We Are Looking For
We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds. No degree is required, and administrative or partnership management experience is not required.
Valid driver's license required
Clean driving record required, verified through a motor vehicle record check before hire
Comfortable driving a cargo van in city traffic and parking at neighborhood sites
Hands-on experience in fast-paced, practical work, such as food service, retail, warehouse, events, or community programs
Basic comfort with a tablet or smartphone for check-in and reporting
Able to lift and move crates of food up to 50 pounds (using a dolly where possible), stand for the length of a market, and work outdoors in heat, cold, and rain, with or without reasonable accommodation
Spanish proficiency preferred
Ties to or lived experience in the neighborhoods we serve preferred
Experience with food pantries, food rescue, or food distribution preferred
What We Offer
Hourly pay of $22.00
15-20 hours of work each week
A mission that is measurable: every pound rescued, every meal delivered, every new access point opened is tracked
Training before you lead a market, including market operations, safety, de-escalation, and van operation
Hands-on experience in community food access, logistics, and team leadership
A collaborative, values-driven culture where your work is visible and your contributions matter
To Apply
Email you resume and cover letter to Payton Black: payton@lastmilefood.org
Job Description and Responsibilities
Position Title: Driver
Reports to: Senior Manager of Fleet
About Last Mile Food Rescue
Last Mile Food Rescue is a Cincinnati-based nonprofit that operates on a simple thesis: hunger is a logistics problem. Since November 2020, we have rescued more than 18 million pounds of food and delivered nearly 16 million meals to neighbors in need — powered by a network of 400+ nonprofit agency partners, a dedicated volunteer corps, and a growing fleet operation.
We are a logistics-first organization scaling rapidly. This role sits at the intersection of our mission and our growth — and it is one of the most consequential hires we will make.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Typical schedule is 8am-12pm for part time, or 8am-4:30pm for full time, with occasional Saturday or holiday shifts as needed.
- 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.
Help End Hunger and Wasted Food
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