Driver/Utility Worker

SELF • Philadelphia, PA

17d

About The Position

The Driver/Utility Worker supports daily food-service operations through food and supply pickups and deliveries, kitchen setup, cleaning, stocking, and inventory control. The position uses an agency vehicle to collect purchased and donated food and supplies and deliver prepared food to programs. The worker also maintains the food-service van, including its vehicle log and fuel, and keeps storage, kitchen, and dining areas clean and organized in accordance with applicable codes and requirements. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with shifts that vary according to organizational needs. It has no direct reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six months of kitchen experience.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift at least 50 pounds, with gross and fine manual dexterity.
• Ability to work around extremely hot surfaces, steam, and cold areas such as walk-in freezers or refrigerators.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Criminal background check and clearance required.
• Knowledge of public health safety and food preparation and handling.
• Ability to learn the proper use and institutional care and cleaning of equipment.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, task-driven, and able to work independently and set daily priorities while maintaining weekly and monthly schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and willingness to assist as needed.
• Ability to operate a van in heavy traffic and varied weather conditions, including rain, sleet, snow, and fog, if necessary.
• Familiarity with the city.

Responsibilities

• Lift and carry heavy crates and other containers weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Keep storage areas clean and maintain and document inventory of food and food-service items.
• Collect trash from the food-service area.
• Clean kitchen and dining-area floors by sweeping, mopping, and polishing; wash walls and appliances; and perform other directed cleaning tasks in accordance with federal, state, and local codes and requirements.
• Pick up and deliver purchased and donated food and food-related supplies and deliver prepared food to programs using an agency vehicle.
• Maintain the food-service van, including keeping its vehicle log and ensuring it is fueled.
• Set up the kitchen by retrieving and appropriately placing trash receptacles, paper supplies, utensils, appliances, and other items needed for food preparation.
• Participate in general staff meetings, department meetings, and trainings as directed.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in unanticipated situations and special events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED