Become a Distribution Operations Contractor - Immediate and Short-Term Position
Be First to Feed - Deploying Now for Guadalajara, Mexico When disaster strikes, food is more than a meal; it is relief, comfort, and connection. At World Central Kitchen (WCK), we believe in the power of food to heal and restore. Our teams respond to emergencies with the urgency of a first responder and the heart of a chef.
Our Distribution Operations contractors manage the critical logistics that get hot meals from kitchens to communities, fast, safely, and with dignity.
This is a short-term independent contractor role, deploying immediately (as early as tomorrow) for the duration of the active response - typically a few weeks. We are looking for experienced logistics and operations professionals ready to deploy into active emergency responses and keep our distribution network running on the ground.
Locations : In close proximity to the following locations: Based in Mexico, closest proximity to:
Guadalajara, Jalisco
Colima, Jalisco
Mazatlan, Sinaloa
Mexico City
Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur
Availability/Duration : We are looking for candidates with immediate availability to work consecutive days. Contract duration varies on need and length of the activation, with opportunity for renewal in future activations.
Rates : Contract rates are determined by role and location; contract rates are included only when on rotation or activation.
Reports To : Response Distribution Manager
What You Will Do Support field and fleet operations by coordinating micro distribution logistics, teams, and partners to ensure meals, water, and other items reach communities efficiently and on time.
Work closely with local teams, partners,



and volunteers to help ensure everyone knows their role and tasks get done
Set up and run temporary distribution sites in challenging field environments. Solve problems quickly as they come up.
Ensure food safety and handling standards are followed during transport and distribution of meals.
Track inventory, delivery numbers, and site performance. Use this data to make decisions and improve operations.
Document and report on field operations to support leadership in making decisions.
Plan and adapt the operational strategy as conditions and needs change in the field.

Requirements
What We Are Looking For Background in project management, field operations, or program leadership – ideally in logistics, fleet coordination or emergency response.
Experience leading teams and managing large, complex operations under pressure.
Highly organized and agile, able to set up systems, move fast, and keep operations running smoothly under pressure.
Strong organizational and reporting skills. Able to build systems, adapt fast, and solve problems in real time.
Tech fluency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Whatsapp, and Airtable.
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure, and resource-limited environments.
Bilingual fluency (English) is highly preferred.
Must be local and already based in Mexico.




Additional Information: This role requires the ability to work in high-stress, ambiguous environments, strong communication, the ability to coach and guide local teams and partners, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to bring structure to fast-paced operations. Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions is also essential.
Inclusion into this Talent Network is not a guarantee of deployment. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview process prior to any activation.
Additional Information: This role requires the ability to work in high-stress, ambiguous environments, strong communication, the ability to coach and guide local teams and partners, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to bring structure to fast-paced operations. Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions is also essential.
Inclusion into this Talent Network is not a guarantee of deployment. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview process prior to any activation.

Benefits
Why Join the Distribution Team? Be a part of a integral movement that feeds hope one plate at a time.
Work on diverse activations around the world: hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, and humanitarian crises.
Join a tight knit, mission-driven team where your distribution talent becomes a tool for impact.
Learn, grow, and serve communities with dignity and respect.
WCK is an ambitious, fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization. Working at WCK often requires long and nontraditional hours. Everyone's role is to directly or indirectly feed people with urgency when disasters strike – even on weekends and holidays.

📌 Distribution Operations Contractor, Immediate and Short-Term (Hurricane Relief) (Ciudad de México)
🏢 World Central Kitchen
📍 Ciudad de México