Mobile Pantry Driver

NY Common Pantry•New York, NY

7d•$21

About The Position

New York Common Pantry is one of the city’s largest hunger relief organizations, providing food assistance, case management services, senior food provision, nutrition education, and hygiene services. We are a dynamic, mission-driven organization experiencing rapid growth and expansion. NYCP is a poverty-fighting organization that reduces hunger and promotes dignity, health, and self-sufficiency by using a holistic approach to reach over 122,000 distinct people -- over 729,000 visitors each year. Last year, we served over 11 million meals. Through an array of programs that we offer, we look to establish long-term stability for those we serve. The Mobile Pantry Driver is responsible for ensuring all items needed for the mobile pantry are properly loaded/ unloaded on the van, providing transportation to the mobile sites, and assisting in distribution while at the mobile site. The Mobile Pantry Driver will report to the Warehouse & Mobile Operations Supervisor at the 1285 Oak Point Ave, Bronx, NY 10474 location. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday: 8:30 am-4:30 pm; 1-hour lunch. This is a Full-Time position, 35 hours per week, non-exempt.

Requirements

A valid driver’s license and a clear driving record are required.
Experience driving a box truck is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.
A high school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of three years of experience working in a food pantry or food bank; mobile operations experience is preferred but not required.
Commitment to helping the communities in need and NYCP’s work and mission.
Ability to adapt to last-minute schedule changes or emergency coverage needs.
Experience working in a warehouse, distribution environment, or food-related operations within a non-profit setting.
Food Safety certification from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, community partners, and vendors.
Cultural sensitivity and respect when serving diverse communities.
Multi-task and work in a highly trafficked area.
Weekend work may be necessary for special events and/or occasions.

Responsibilities

Properly and safely drive the agency-owned box truck.
Ensure that maintenance of the truck is upheld at all times; any maintenance needs and/ or repairs must be reported to the Warehouse & Mobile Operations Supervisor immediately.
Work with Food Programs Associates to set up and pack up the distribution area at mobile sites.
Ensure that all commodities are properly dated and transported to mobile site locations according to NYC food handling standards.
Load and unload deliveries at permanent office space to ensure the office food storage room is adequately stocked with commodities.
Ensure that the distribution space is properly set up before the program starts operations, including working with partnership staff to ensure the room is set up for pantry distribution.
Design the most effective and efficient route in collaboration with the Warehouse & Mobile Operations Supervisor.
Participate, when necessary, in maintaining inventory for all food and program-related supplies and ensure the appropriate storage of delivered items.
Assist with warehouse cleanliness and organization as needed, including cleaning shared work areas and supporting commodities packing and preparation.
Other responsibilities as assigned.