Join FoodCycle and be part of a hands-on, mission-driven team working at the intersection of food access, climate action, and community resilience. Every day, our staff, drivers, volunteers, and partners help rescue fresh, nutritious food and deliver it to neighborhoods across Los Angeles.
At FoodCycle, your work has immediate, visible impact — strengthening communities while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and food waste. Explore opportunities to grow with a collaborative team that values innovation, compassion, and practical solutions.
What We Do
FoodCycle rescues surplus food that would otherwise go to waste and delivers it to hundreds of community partners across Los Angeles County. By combining smart logistics, strong partnerships, and climate-forward operations, we are helping build a more equitable and sustainable food system.
Last year alone, FoodCycle helped provide more than 9 million meals while advancing local climate goals.
Benefits
FoodCycle is committed to supporting our team with competitive compensation, flexible structures where possible, and opportunities to grow alongside a rapidly expanding organization.
FoodCycle Benefits May Include:
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Competitive hourly wages
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Health benefit support for eligible employees
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Professional development and cross-training
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Opportunities for advancement as we scale
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Mission-driven, collaborative work environment
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Flexible and evolving roles in a growing organization
Career Opportunities
Explore open positions and join our team.
Application note:
Please submit applications to careers@foodcyclela.org unless otherwise noted in the posting.
Top Reasons to Work at FoodCycle
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Work With Immediate Impact
At FoodCycle, you see the difference you make every day. From rescued food to delivered meals, your work directly supports families and communities across Los Angeles.
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Join a Mission-Driven Team
We are a small but mighty team that believes in collaboration, respect, and showing up for our partners and each other. Every role contributes to a shared purpose.
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Be Part of Climate Solutions
Food recovery is climate action. Our work reduces methane emissions, supports SB 1383 compliance, and advances climate-smart infrastructure across the region.
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Grow With a Scaling Organization
FoodCycle is expanding rapidly — from new city partnerships to the Carson Food Hub. Team members have meaningful opportunities to grow as we build.
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Work That Moves You
This is not a desk-only organization. Whether in the field, at the hub, or in operations, our work is active, hands-on, and connected to real community needs.
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Learn and Build New Skills
Team members gain experience in logistics, food systems, volunteer coordination, climate programs, and cross-sector collaboration.
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Flexible and Practical Culture
As a growing nonprofit, we value adaptability, problem-solving, and clear communication. We work hard — and we support one another in getting the job done.
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Strengthen Los Angeles Communities
FoodCycle partners with hundreds of local nonprofits, cities, and businesses. Your work helps expand food access in neighborhoods that need it most.
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Innovation With Purpose
From electric vehicles to solar refrigeration and smart routing technology, FoodCycle is building the next generation of food recovery infrastructure.
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Be Part of Systemic Change
We are not just moving food — we are helping redesign how surplus food, climate policy, and community health connect. Join us in building solutions that last.
FoodCycle is an equal opportunity employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers.
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