ReFED Careers
At ReFED, we believe that a core pillar of our organization lies in the strength of our people. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential.
Current Vacancies
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Director, Business Initiatives
Remote
We are seeking a Director, Business Initiatives—working remotely and reporting to the VP, Business Initiatives and Community Engagement—that will lead ReFED’s management of the Pacific Coast Food Waste Commitment and the U.S. Food Waste Pact. These initiatives are voluntary agreements aimed at uniting leading organizations from across the nation to collaboratively address the challenges of food waste in a pre-competitive manner. The Director will also help forge connections between these networks and ReFED’s Business Services portfolio, led by ReFED’s Senior Manager of Business Initiatives, which includes a suite of data products and strategic advisory services designed to accelerate the adoption of food waste solutions.
Director, Community Engagement
Remote
The Director, Community Engagement—working remotely and reporting to the VP, Business Initiatives & Community Engagement—is a new role responsible for building and engaging ReFED’s growing community through network and event programming development. This includes leading content, production, and stakeholder engagement strategy for the annual ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit, as well as managing and maturing the existing Food Waste Action Network. ReFED is also excited to explore new opportunities to engage stakeholders, such as through regional networking or events, stakeholder-specific summits, etc. The Director, Community Engagement, in partnership with the Events Manager and Communications team, will lead exploration and development for these new offerings as part of ReFED’s overall engagement strategy.
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Our Values
Our values ground our decision-making, root our actions in a shared purpose greater than ourselves, and are a cornerstone of our vision of a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive food system that preserves the well-being of our planet, our people, and our economy.
See our valuesPerks and Benefits
ReFED offers a competitive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and policies and programs that encourage a healthy work-life balance. Join our ReFED family and help us drive purposeful action to reduce wasted food in the U.S.
100% employee and 50% dependent premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits
Participation in employer-sponsored 401(k) plans with up to 4% employer matching
Professional development opportunities - including annual budget - and option to participate in ReFED’s mentor program
Employer paid short- and long-term disability coverage, and term life insurance
18 paid vacation days and 12 paid company holidays annually - including closed offices the last week of the year
Paid sick and family leave
Flexible work environment with option to work from home or a co-working space
Spot bonuses through peer reward program
Our Equity Commitment
ReFED, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that everyone has a seat at the table, and that this table always has room for growth. The success of our organization is rooted in the visible and invisible qualities of our people, who embody a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds to push the envelope of what’s possible and better meet the needs of our community in the hopes of building a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive food system. Community is more than a word here. As stewards of this food system — one that benefits from the inclusion and enhancement of diverse voices — we recognize that systemic barriers limit opportunities for certain groups which contributes to ongoing disparities. Furthermore, we accept that our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) means a commitment to constant learning, listening, and iteration in all aspects of our work.
Intrinsically, we are an organization that seeks to attract exceptional and dedicated talent to advance our mission, and that firmly believes that inclusion through recruiting, hiring, developing, training, and promoting employees of all genders, races, religions, ages, national origin, political affiliations, ancestries, sexual orientations, disabilities, and veteran status, creates an atmosphere that enables us to lead with an entrepreneurial spirit and innovate with enterprise. The time for action to reduce food waste is now. Let’s work together to advance data-driven solutions.
Working at ReFED
We Take Inspiration From Design Thinking
We hire incredible people with a ‘can-do’ attitude that are hungry, passionate, and love new challenges. We embrace the idea that if we’re not continuously iterating and adapting — we are not evolving. Ultimately, “progress not perfection” is what we strive for by fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
We Encourage Mutual Respect and Recognition
Respect is the hallmark of working at ReFED. We use the platinum rule: do unto others as they would have you do unto them. In doing so, we recognize that the best decisions are made when a diverse range of voices are heard and acknowledged. Hence, we aim to understand and apply our teammates’ expertise and experience, as well as actively seeking ways to help each other grow.
We Work as a Team and Lift Up Our Teammates
Above all, we thrive because we work as a team and celebrate success as a team. That means we show up for each other, act with empathy, and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We empower our employees in a work environment that is flexible and conducive to creating space for true time off, and that fosters a sense of belonging, participation, and commitment among employees.
Learn more about ReFED, our values, and our mission. Contact us if you think you are a good match.