Job DescriptionJob Description
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Verifies that the proper amount of meals have been provided for distribution according to prepared lists obtained on Smart Phone or tablet.
- Places cold meals in proper chilling equipment (coolers with ice packs).
- Places hot food containers in proper heating equipment (insulated containers).
- Loads food into delivery vehicle.
- Insures proper temperatures of hot and cold foods maintained throughout the entire distribution period.
- Transports prepared foods and supplies to drop off points, congregate nutrition sites and homebound clients.
- Trains volunteers on loading vans and delivering food.
- Assists with monitoring volunteer workers during delivery; reports concerns to supervisor.
- Follows dress and sanitation codes.
- Reports any client related occurrences, incidents or concerns to appropriate Agency staff immediately; logs information reported on driver log; completes Agency incident report if applicable.
- Completes Agency Vehicle Pre and Post Trip Inspection Form daily; informs Operations Leader of any concerns with vehicle maintenance or interior/exterior of vehicle.
- Maintains gas records, van records and other reports as required.
- Maintains internal and external cleanliness of delivery vehicle.
- Assists with scheduling routine and non-routine vehicle maintenance.
- Performs other related duties as needed and assists with occasional special events as requested.
- Uses computer for basic purposes such as reading Agency information/e-mail, annual In Service Solutions required trainings and filling out basic forms
- Responsible for the security of Agency owned distribution technology (Smart Phone, tablets and related equipment.)
- Operates agency vehicles safely in accordance with agency and New York State guidelines.
- Works within policies, procedures and program regulations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have knowledge of food service regulations including NYS DOH Safety and Sanitation Codes.
- Must be able to apply the fundamentals of nutrition as they apply to the population of the program.
- Must maintain confidentiality with regard to program and client information.
- Must have good oral and written communication skills and be able to relate well with all ages.
- Must have basic computer skills and be familiar with information technology (Smart Phones and tablets, and related equipment.)
- Must work well in a team setting and be cooperative.
- Must display good judgment, integrity and tact.
- Must be able to regularly lift in excess of 35 lbs.
- Must be flexible with duties and work schedule.
- Must be organized.
- Must maintain OCO Driving Certification for Agency and personal vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.; and
- Six to twelve months related experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
- Must have a valid NYS Driver's License with driving record within Agency policy.