ABOUT THE NASHVILLE FOOD PROJECT
The Nashville Food Project (TNFP) brings people together to grow, cook, and share nourishing food, with the goals of cultivating community and alleviating hunger in our city. Since becoming an independent nonprofit in 2011, TNFP has developed a unique and powerful model of food security work rooted in community partnership. Through vibrant urban agriculture projects, scratch-made meals, and collaborative food distribution, TNFP connects people to nourishing food and to each other.
Grow—We cultivate urban farms and community gardens to increase access to land and the resources needed to grow culturally significant foods. Our growing spaces honor land and nourish neighbors.
Cook—We prepare thousands of scratch-made meals each week using recovered and locally grown ingredients. Every meal reflects our values of hospitality, cultural relevance, and shared dignity.
Share—We share nourishing food through trusted partnerships with community organizations. Sharing food is how we build belonging, disrupt poverty, and alleviate hunger — one relationship at a time.
The Nashville Food Project embraces a vision of vibrant community food security in which everyone in Nashville has access to the food they want and need through a just and sustainable food system.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Nashville Food Project (TNFP) seeks a collaborative, systems-oriented, and values-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as a senior leader during an exciting chapter of organizational growth. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Leadership Team, the COO ensures that internal systems, staff development, and program execution are aligned with the mission and anchored in organizational values. This is a significant opportunity for a seasoned executive to help lead a highly respected, community-based organization that is advancing a more just and sustainable food system in Nashville.
The COO will integrate key areas of work across the organization, including programs in food access and community engagement, as well as people and culture. As a member of the Leadership Team, the COO will support long-term planning while strengthening internal systems, evaluation practices, and interdepartmental collaboration. This leader will serve as a trusted internal advisor, a skillful coach, and a thought partner to the CEO.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time, exempt position located in Nashville, Tennessee. TNFP offers a competitive salary in the range of $92,900-$113,545, based on experience and qualifications. TNFP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible paid time off, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 401 (k) contributions, and professional development support.
JOIN US
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader to help advance community food security in a thriving, values-driven organization. The next Chief Operating Officer will join a deeply committed team working collaboratively to build a more just and nourishing food system in Nashville. To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to [email protected]. Applications received on or before January 15, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.