Operations Manager (British Columbia)

Overview

Elevate Your Career and Impact at Second Harvest

Department / Division : National Operations – Food Rescue

Reports to : Senior Operations Manager (Western Canada)

Salary : $65,000 to $70,000 Per Annum Plus Benefits

Status : Full-Time

Remote Work : 100% Remote Work Home-office based

Location : Candidates must live in Lower Mainland, BC (Greater Vancouver Area or the Fraser Valley)

Travel Requirements : Travel across British Columbia, with occasional travel across Canada and to Second Harvest office in Toronto, Ontario.

The Opportunity Awaits—Where Passion Meets Impact!

Operations Manager (British Columbia)

Are you a strategic, community-minded leader who thrives in dynamic environments? Do you believe good food should never go to waste while people go hungry? Join Second Harvest, where every day is an opportunity to make a tangible impact. As our Operations Manager (British Columbia) you will be at the heart of our mission—scaling food rescue operations and building partnerships that nourish communities and protect the planet.

Why This Role Matters

Second Harvest is on a mission to ensure no food goes to waste and no Canadian goes hungry. In this role, you will lead the charge in British Columbia, expanding our reach, strengthening relationships, and driving innovation in food recovery. You will work with food donors, non-profits, and other community stakeholders to get rescued food to those who need it most—while reducing environmental impact.

What You Will Do

• Build Regional Impact : Cultivate strong partnerships with non-profits, food donors, and other regional stakeholders, to maximize food rescue efforts in British Columbia.
• Be a Voice for Change : Represent Second Harvest at events, conferences, and speaking engagements to raise awareness and inspire action.
• Support Our Partners : Deliver exceptional service to our network of donors and non-profits, resolving issues and providing training to strengthen their food rescue capabilities.
• Team Management : Lead regional operations staff in British Columbia fostering a positive team culture while setting objectives, assigning accountabilities, monitoring performance, and conducting annual reviews.
• Drive Innovation : Collaborate with teams to improve our operations, including identifying enhancements to our Food Rescue App.
• Measure What Matters : Track data, report on progress, and implement quality improvements to optimize our impact.
• Amplify Our Mission : Work with Marketing & Communications to generate media interest and boost visibility.
• Lead the Movement : Organize and support community food distributions, pursue innovative approaches to food redistribution, and expand our footprint across British Columbia.

Who You Are

Why Join Us?

At Second Harvest, you are not just taking a job—you are joining a movement. We offer :

Perks

At Second Harvest, we believe that doing meaningful work should come with meaningful rewards. Here is what you can look forward to when you join our team :

Ready to Make a Real Impact? Ready to Apply. Prepare your materials and consider applying today.

If you are passionate about sustainability, food justice, and community empowerment—this is your moment. Join Second Harvest and be part of a bold movement that is rescuing food, feeding communities, and protecting the planet.

Here’s How to Apply

Submit your cover letter and resume through our online application portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t wait—apply now and take the first step toward a purpose-driven career.

We Are Committed to Equity & Inclusion

Second Harvest is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from equity-deserving groups, including racialized persons / persons of color, Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Second Harvest is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. Please let us know if you require any accommodations.

Want to learn more about who we are and what we do? Visit us at www.secondharvest.ca

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