Central Kitchen - Driver

Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada, Inc.•Sacramento, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver supports the Central Kitchen team by safely and promptly delivering meals to designated programs in a company vehicle, picking up dishes, supplies, and other items, and unloading and stocking deliveries. The role also includes collecting donations, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and records, completing pre-trip safety checks, and reporting vehicle maintenance needs. Driving accounts for approximately 90% of the position. The Driver is expected to interact supportively and professionally with program participants and coworkers and carry out duties in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective, and service-oriented manner. The position is temporary and based with the Central Kitchen team in downtown Sacramento, California. Work hours may be irregular according to staffing needs and may include evenings, weekends, and some holidays. When needed, the Driver may assist with cleaning kitchen and dining-area items and spaces, monitoring supplies, and other related duties. The role also requires attending meetings and training and completing required certifications.

Requirements

Valid California driver’s license and ability to meet the organization’s insurance carrier guidelines.
Ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions.
Ability to provide services to clients without ethnic or social prejudice.
Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety practices for operating, cleaning, and caring for utensils, equipment, and work areas.
Understanding of pre-trip vehicle inspections, general vehicle maintenance, and recordkeeping.
Ability to drive safely and deliver on schedule.
CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of employment, with recertification as necessary, and annual T.B. testing.
Teamwork, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to assist others; punctuality and reliability; analytical and decision-making ability.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including regularly lifting and moving 50-pound items and lifting and moving up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of driving and delivery experience.
One year of related kitchen experience.
General knowledge of issues and challenges unique to homelessness, substance abuse, young adults, minorities, and people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Deliver meals to designated programs safely and on schedule.
Pick up dishes, supplies, and other items from program sites.
Perform pre-trip vehicle safety checks and complete maintenance logs.
Keep company vehicles clean and presentable.
Unload and stock weekly deliveries.
Pick up weekly and monthly donations.
Follow safe and sanitary food-handling and preparation practices and proper safety procedures for kitchen equipment.
Maintain the security of supplies while preparing and delivering supply orders.
Report vehicle maintenance issues to the Kitchen Manager and, when authorized, take vehicles to designated repair shops.
When needed, clean dishes, pots, kitchen equipment, floors, and walls in the kitchen, storeroom, and dining area.
Document and report variations in food preparation and meal delivery.
Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance and upkeep logs, records, safety logs, and incident reports.
Assist with monitoring program equipment and supplies and take appropriate action to replace or restock items.
Notify management of potential workflow problems and resource needs.
Follow staffing schedules to support adequate and safe coverage and program objectives.
Communicate with service providers and external representatives as required.
Continue developing technical and interpersonal skills; attend staff meetings and assigned training and seminars, and complete required certifications.