Impact-Driven Operations & Programs Associate

Nourish; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

In-person LA location

Impactful community work

Job summary

Nourish LA is seeking an Operations Associate (All Programs, Floater) to support programs and events in Los Angeles. You will work with the Site Manager and coordinators to ensure distributions, volunteer activities, food recovery, and community events run smoothly.

This part-time, in-person role requires weekend availability and a commitment to sustainability and food justice. You will help with logistics, inventory, setup, and volunteer coordination across multiple programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in volunteer coordination, food recovery, or community organizing preferred.
• Experience volunteering at food distribution drive and community events preferred.
• Weekend availability required for food distribution and community events.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and support multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple program areas.
• Attention to detail and reliability; supports sustainability and food justice.
• Customer service orientation and professional representation of Nourish LA.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support across Nourish LA's programs and events.
• Assist with preparing supplies, equipment, and work areas for activities and events.
• Support inventory movement, site logistics, and general operational needs.
• Assist with maintaining organized workspaces, equipment, and program supplies.
• Adapt to changing priorities and provide cross-functional support.
• Assist Distribution Coordinators with food sorting, inventory staging, site setup, and event breakdown.
• Assist Volunteer Coordinator with volunteer operations, check-in, and event logistics.
• Support volunteer engagement by maintaining a welcoming, safe environment.
• Provide operational support for special projects and initiatives.
• Assist Community Engagement Coordinator with community outreach events and logistics.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Weekend availability

Volunteer coordination

Adaptability

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Bilingual

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Google Workspace

Education

None

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Operations Associate (All Programs, Floater)

The Operations Associate provides flexible operational support across Nourish LA's programs and events. This role works alongside the Site Manager (Food Distribution) and program coordinators to help ensure food distributions, volunteer activities, food recovery operations, and community events run efficiently.

By providing cross-functional support wherever it is needed most, the Operations Associate contributes to the successful delivery of Nourish LA's programs and mission.

This position reports directly to the CEO or Operations Director.
Primary Work Location: Los Angeles - In Person

Program & Operational Support

Provide operational support across Nourish LA's food distribution, food recovery, volunteer, and community engagement programs.

Assist with preparing supplies, equipment, materials, and work areas for organizational activities and events.

Support inventory movement, food handling, site logistics, and general operational needs.

Assist with maintaining organized workspaces, equipment, and program supplies.

Adapt to changing operational priorities and provide support where needed throughout the organization.

Assist the Distribution Coordinators with food sorting, inventory staging, site setup, food distribution activities, and event breakdown.

Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with volunteer operations, check-in activities, volunteer support, and event logistics.

Support volunteer engagement by providing a welcoming, safe, and organized environment during organizational activities.

Provide operational support for special projects, organizational initiatives, and other operational priorities.

Community Events Support

Assist the Community Engagement Coordinator with community outreach events, educational activities, partnership events, and special initiatives.

Assist with event setup, logistics, participant support, and breakdown for community engagement activities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience in volunteer coordination, food recovery, or community organizing (preferred).

Experience volunteering at our food distribution drive and community events (preferred).

Ability to work weekends for food distribution and community events. (required)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to work collaboratively across multiple program areas.

Ability to follow established procedures while exercising sound judgment.

Ability to maintain organized workspaces and accurate records.

Proficiency with Google Workspace or the ability to quickly learn cloud-based technology tools.

Detail-oriented and reliable with a passion for sustainability and food justice.

Ability to provide excellent customer service and represent Nourish LA professionally.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks including but not limited to, lifting 40 lbs, bending, standing for long periods, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Valid CA Driver’s License (preferred)

Must be eligible to work in the United States. This role does not provide Visa Sponsorship.

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this role and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, work environment and/or physical demands. You will be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Salary & Benefits

Part-Time: 10-20 hours per Month, opportunity for additional hours based on program needs

Pay Rate: $18 - $20 per hour

In this role you will have:

the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community

the benefit of being part of a dynamic and supportive work environment

professional development and growth opportunities

Organization Description

Nourish LA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Our mission is to build local resilience by nourishing our neighbors through food recovery, urban agriculture, and community engagement.

How to Apply

Submit a resume and brief mission statement via email to [e-mail] or by selecting the link below. Include the Job Role in the subject line.

Posting Date: 10/3/26
Closing Date: ongoing recruitment until filled