Local Food System Jobs

Below are job openings with our partner organizations and other local organizations and offices, listed in order of newest to oldest. Click the linked text to learn more about the job listing and how to apply:

Bainum Foundation Farm 

Sharp Insight

Sr. Research Program Coordinator

Real Food for Kids (RFFK): Program Manager

Red Wiggler Community Farm

Urban Gardener

Montgomery County Government:  Office of Food Systems Resilience (OFSR)

Location: Washington DC

Casey Trees

Various positions currently open in DC and VA.
Click here to learn more.

Manna Food Center

FRESHFARM

Farm Stand Manager at the Anacostia Community Museum

  • Do you live in or are you deeply connected to the local Anacostia community? Are you excited to work in a customer-facing role outdoors as a part of an enthusiastic and collaborative team? Then apply to be the Farm Stand Manager at the Anacostia Community Museum! Farm Stand Managers are responsible for executing farm stand operations; communicating with farmers, partners, and customers; creating a vibrant and friendly farm stand; and ensuring accurate reporting and use of food assistance benefits programs. This Manager will operate the brand new Farm Stand at the Anacostia Community Museum. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and looking to hire ASAP.

Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.

FoodPrints Bilingual Lead Teacher

Learn more about the position and how to apply.

Pop-Up Food Hub Operations Associate

Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.

Pop-Up Food Hub Support Staff

Learn more about the role and apply today – no resume needed.

Substitute Farmers Market Staff – Main Season

Market Share Operator

Learn more about the Market Share Operator position and how to apply.

 


Farmers Market Employment Positions

Our farmers and producers frequently share job openings with us. The following market farmers and producers currently have positions available. Please note, these are NOT FRESHFARM positions; you would be hired directly by the vendor. Please direct all questions regarding these positions to the vendors themselves.

Farmers Market Program Manager – Crossroads

  • Community Food Network, a food justice nonprofit based in Takoma Park, MD, is seeking a full-time, 40-hour/week Program Manager to oversee Crossroads Farmers Market and the Fresh Checks nutrition incentive program. To learn more or apply click here.

Compost Crew

We are always looking for top talent to help expand our mission.  Please apply to one of the positions below if you feel are a good fit, or write to careers@compostcrew.com explaining why you want to work with us and how you can help!

We are hiring Composting Fellows on a rolling basis to assist in composting operations at our on-farm Compost Outpost located in Poolesville, MD. This Fellowship will offer an in-depth and hands-on experience to learn about composting operations for on-farm systems trained by a MDA Certified Compost Facility Operator. In addition, the Fellow will have exposure to a variety of compost industry seminars, learning opportunities, and networking opportunities by experts in the field to receive a well-rounded experience.

Compost Crew is searching for a capable and reliable Crew Driver with strong driving experience that can provide a high level of service on a consistent basis to our growing customer base. The position includes regular hours with a consistent weekly schedule throughout the year and extra hours/overtime available at times. Crew Drivers must be independent and self-motivated; owning their routes and customers.

Compost Crew is searching for a capable and reliable Crew Driver, CDL (Class B) with strong driving experience that can provide a high level of service on a consistent basis to our growing customer base. The position includes regular hours with a consistent weekly schedule throughout the year and extra hours/overtime available at times. Crew Drivers must be independent and self-motivated; owning their routes and customers.

Please check back every few weeks for updates! Email info@mocofoodcouncil.org if you have a job opening you would like to share.

Upcoming Events

Aug 25

Foodie Fridays: The People’s Medicine, August 25th 630-830pm

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Sep 5

Equitable Land Access Working Group Meeting

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Sep 22

Foodie Fridays: Saving Seeds and Stories, September 22nd 630-830pm

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Sep 27

Food System Advocacy Community Call

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Sep 28

2023 MoCo Made Food & Beverage Expo

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Oct 6

Tour Community FarmShare Farm-based Aggregation Site with MoCo Food Council

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Oct 10

Food Security Community Call

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Oct 19

Increased Local Food Procurement

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Oct 25

Food System Advocacy Community Call

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Oct 26

Gardening Subcommittee

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Oct 26

Montgomery County’s Third Summit on Aging

Save the date for Montgomery County’s Summit on Aging! The event will take place Thursday, Oct. 26 in person at the Silver Spring Civic Building.

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Oct 27

Foodie Fridays: Food is Freedom, October 27th 630-830pm

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Nov 13

Food Security Community Call

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Nov 22

Food System Advocacy Community Call

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Dec 11

Food Security Community Call

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