Open Positions
Child Nutrition Summer Internship
The Child Nutrition Summer Intern will help to facilitate our direct-serve summer meals program, operating at dozens of meal sites in partnership with community organizations. Their contributions will result in greater awareness of meal sites, higher attendance, more community involvement, and a better experience for those we serve. This internship is an 11 week commitment running from May 19th through August 1st of 2025.
APPLY NOWMetroMarket Operations Associate
The Operations Associates directly assists the MetroMarket Leads in running the MetroMarket Mobile Market and warehouse tasks. Operations Associates are involved in a rich variety of tasks and skills including customer service, produce display, quality control, community engagement, maintaining a clean and vibrant sales environment, and assisting with load on/load off. This position is fun and fast paced, requiring high energy, fast learning, a great attitude, and the ability to think on your feet.
APPLY NOWJoin Our Team
For more than 40 years, Operation Food Search has been able to serve others because of the dedicated people who have shaped and supported our organization: selfless volunteers, generous donors, outstanding partners and an excellent staff committed to the mission of healing hunger. We are seeking dedicated professionals who share our vision of a region where everyone has equitable access to the food they need to lead healthy lives.
“I’m the first person visitors see when they come to OFS, and I welcome the opportunity to lift people’s spirits in a way that captures the positive energy here. We are a hopeful place, and I want everyone to feel that.”
—Bridget Brooks, OFS Front Office Administrator
What We Stand For
We believe food is a basic human right, and all people should have access to the food they need to live healthy lives. We are committed to solving the problem of hunger while strengthening individuals and communities. Therefore, we practice these values within our organization and with our partners, supporters and all those in the communities we serve:
Equity: We strive to address disparities to ensure that everyone has equitable access to sufficient, nutritious food.
Innovation: We are committed to enacting bold solutions through courageous leadership and continuous organizational improvement.
Collaboration: We empower each other by working in partnership with individuals and organizations in our community.
Respect: We recognize the inherent worth of every person and treat all with compassion.
Integrity: We deliver on our commitments and hold ourselves accountable for our words, decisions and actions.
Learn more about our current strategic plan here.
“I was immediately drawn to OFS for how it combats the root of the problem through policy change and innovative programming. I feel very lucky to be a part of such a knowledgeable and passionate team!”
—Joanne Song, Policy Fellow
Benefits
OFS is pleased to offer its permanent full-time employees several comprehensive insurance benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, 13 paid holidays annually, personal days and vacation days. In addition, we support the professional development of our employees throughout the year.
Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in our organization and for all those we serve and collaborate with. Diversity, equity and inclusion work is a continuous process that prioritizes a positive and collaborative work environment where all employees are appreciated for who they are and what they contribute. We value different backgrounds and perspectives as we work to make a meaningful, measurable impact in the region and to help create a future free from hunger.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Operation Food Search 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, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
