Employment
Work with FRESHFARM
Below are the full-time and part-time employment opportunities that are currently available at FRESHFARM, as well as job openings available with our market vendors.
FRESHFARM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and building an equitable and inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate, and will take affirmative action measures to prevent discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, criminal record, disability, or veteran status in the following areas:
- Employment, recruitment, or advertisements for employment
- Compensation, termination, upgrading, and promotions
- Any other conditions of employment
FRESHFARM Employment Positions
Executive Director
FRESHFARM has begun the search for our next Executive Director! We’re looking for a leader who is deeply committed to building a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient food future and someone who can drive strategic growth, champion regional food systems, and strengthen our impact across the Mid-Atlantic.
The Executive Director will work closely with our talented team, board, and partners to cultivate a thriving local food economy and empower communities with the knowledge and agency to access local, nutritious food.
If you or someone you know would be a great fit for this role, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity! Learn more and apply here.
Pop-Up Food Hub (PUFH) Operations Associate
Pop-Up Food Hub (PUFH) Operations Associates are responsible for supporting the operations of the PUFH by fulfilling deliveries to program partners in the organization’s vehicles, assisting with all at-market operations of the food hub, and managing the equipment used by the PUFH. Operations Associates will be supervised by the PUFH Operations Manager.
Successful candidates will have 1 year of relevant work experience in operations/logistics or delivery, be creative and flexible problem solvers, and are not afraid to work outdoors and get down and dirty with the local food system.
Learn more and apply today! Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. We will reach out to qualified applicants for virtual interviews within two weeks of receiving application materials.
Farm Stand Operator
Farm Stand Operators are responsible for the effective weekly operations of one or more of FRESHFARM’s Farm Stands, as a part of the Farmers Market program. Our Farm Stands are small outdoor markets that serve as points of access for fresh, healthy produce for local communities. Farm Stand Operators are recruited from the communities served by the Farm Stands to provide food access services that effectively meet the needs of local residents, and 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.
Successful candidates will be creative problem solvers, clear communicators, collaborative team members, and excited to work in a customer-facing role in an outdoor setting as a part of an enthusiastic & collaborative team. The ideal candidate has deep ties or experience in the farm stand’s local community. We are currently seeking Farm Stand Operators to work at the Kenilworth Rec Center, Cesar Chavez, and Simon Elementary Farm Stands.
Learn more and apply today! We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and looking to hire ASAP.
SUNBucks Call Center Associate or Bilingual Associate
Ready to flex your customer service skills to pioneer FRESHFARM’s first year operating the SUNBucks hotline? Apply to join our team as a SUNBucks Call Center Associate! Associates will respond to SUNBucks and other program inquiries via our phone hotline, supporting DC residents in navigating the variety of food access programs in the District. By handling both inbound and outbound customer communication and tracking call data in a remote environment, Associates will play a key role in supporting local community members’ ability to access fresh, affordable food. FRESHARM is seeking up to eight full-time Associates for the 2025 season.
Learn more and apply today – no resume required! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; we anticipate closing applications no later than March 28th, with an ideal start date of early May.
SUNBucks Call Center Manager
Are you an effective team leader with a strong customer service background? Leverage your skills to help FRESHFARM pioneer our first year operating the SUNBucks hotline as a Call Center Manager! For the 2025 season, FRESFHARM is seeking two, full-time Managers to supervise a team of Associates in a remote environment; this team will be responsible for responding to SUNBucks and other program inquiries via our phone hotline, supporting local community members’ ability to access fresh, affordable food. Managers will also collaborate with DC state agencies to enhance service delivery and hotline operational efficiency in order to best support DC residents understanding of and access to SUNBucks and other federal and local food assistance programs.
Learn more about this position and apply today! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; we anticipate closing applications no later than March 28th, with an ideal start date of early May.
Food Access Associate or Bilingual Food Access Associate
Do you love farmer’s markets and local food? Have a knack for learning and teaching others about technology? Apply to be a Food Access Associate with FRESHFARM!
We are seeking part-time two Associates to support our food access programs, customers, and participating farmers and producers by facilitating customer enrollment and program usage, both virtually and at local markets in Washington, DC. Successful candidates will be passionate about our food access work, have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to quickly gain proficiency with & provide users of all skill levels with support using new technologies. We are seeking at least one Associate who is bilingual in Spanish/English; if the second associate is bilingual in Spanish and/or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), that would be a plus.
Learn more and apply today – no resume required! Applications accepted on a rolling basis, with an ideal start day of early-to-mid May.
FoodPrints Classroom Assistants (Spring Semester 2025)
Intern and federal work-study applications closed on Nov 22, 2024; volunteer applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Interested in growing your food education skills? FoodPrints is looking for interns, volunteers, and/or Federal Work Study students to join our program as Classroom Assistants! FoodPrints Classroom Assistants work directly with FoodPrints Lead Teachers to facilitate preschool – 5th grade classes that provide hands-on experiences for local students to grow, harvest, cook, and eat nutritious, fresh, local, and seasonal food. We are currently seeking Classroom Assistants to support the work of the FoodPrints program at one or more partner schools in Washington, DC during the Spring 2025 semester. Learn more about this opportunity and apply today!
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 Sales Associate – Tae-Gu Kimchi
Tae-Gu Kimchi seeks an outgoing teammate to join their farmers market staff. Team members will engage with customers and share the story of Tae-Gu and their delicious kimchi at markets. Wages are $20/hr plus tips and bonuses. Interested parties should email their resumes to info@taegukimchi.com. Posted 3/5/25.