Sustainability Associate

TL;DR

Sustainability Associate (Operations): Ensuring sustainable procedures are followed within the facility with an accent on food waste management, compliance monitoring, and auditing. Focus on reducing waste contamination, coordinating donations with non-profits, and fostering sustainable behavior among staff.

Location: Onsite in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Salary: $18 — $20 USD per hour

Company

A first-of-its-kind marketplace platform that connects users with professional chefs to deliver fresh, ready-to-eat meals.

What you will do

• Monitor and ensure compliance with sustainable procedures across facility kitchens and fulfillment areas.
• Classify, weigh, and manage food waste for donations, composting, or internal reuse.
• Perform daily and monthly sustainability audits to detect contamination and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate waste pick-ups and donations with partner non-profit organizations.
• Provide feedback and guidance to staff to establish and maintain sustainable behavior standards.
• Collaborate with cleaning and operations teams to maintain green stations and waste diversion supplies.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to strictly follow instructions and sustainability protocols.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage and 401k plan.
• Paid sick days and compassionate leave (3-5 days).
• Fully paid family leave: 12 weeks for primary caregivers and 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• Opportunity to join a mission-driven company changing the food industry and empowering chefs.