Shockingly Toxic - Anonymous employee Rethink Food Employee Review

Go getters with bold ideas tend to thrive. The free lunch is a big plus. The team is very friendly and seems to enjoy working together. Senior leadership is very accessible and open to feedback. Not too many meetings.

If you require a lot of structure you will not do well here. You need to think fast and move fast. The typical nonprofit bureaucracy does not apply here.

Mission + impact: The mission is strong and the work is genuinely inspiring—supporting local communities while building partnerships that are thoughtfully designed to be mutually beneficial for the people served and the providers/partners delivering services. Bold, solutions-first culture: This is a “go-getter” environment. People with big ideas and a bias toward action tend to thrive. The organization pushes boundaries and isn’t afraid to rethink how things are done to improve outcomes. Team culture: The team is friendly, collaborative, and it feels like people enjoy working together. Accessible leadership: Senior leadership is visible, approachable, and generally open to feedback, which can be rare and valuable in nonprofits. Operational pace: There aren’t endless meetings—there’s a strong focus on execution. Less bureaucracy: If you’ve been slowed down by traditional nonprofit red tape, you’ll likely appreciate that the typical bureaucracy doesn’t apply here. Comp + support: Pay is decent, HR is strong, and the benefits/perks (including free lunch) are a real plus.

Management approach is still maturing: As a growing organization, leadership and people-management practices are evolving. Some teams would benefit from more consistent management rhythms, clearer ownership, and stronger support structures as the org scales. Communication can take extra effort: Information can move quickly and across many stakeholders, so staying aligned sometimes requires proactive follow-up and strong self-management. Workload + growth-stage intensity: The pace is high and the workload can be heavy. It’s a dynamic environment, but it can feel intense—especially during periods of rapid growth or change.