Nourish Driver/Commodities Associate

NY Common Pantry•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

New York Common Pantry (NYCP) is a large hunger relief organization in New York City, offering food assistance, case management, senior food provision, nutrition education, and hygiene services. As a rapidly growing, mission-driven organization, NYCP fights poverty by reducing hunger and promoting dignity, health, and self-sufficiency through a holistic approach. Last year, NYCP assisted over 764,000 visitors, served over 11.7 million meals, and helped guests access $10.7 million in public benefits. The organization aims to establish long-term stability for those it serves through various programs. The Nourish Driver/Commodities Associate will be part of the growing Nourish team, playing a crucial role in supporting NYCP's mobile food distribution operations. This involves ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of food commodities, supplies, and equipment to community distribution sites across New York City. The role also includes operating agency vehicles, loading/unloading food and materials, assisting with site setup/breakdown, inventory management, and supporting food distributions, acting as an ambassador for NYCP and ensuring guests receive services with dignity.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or the equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds is required.
A valid license in the province or territory of intended employment and a clean driving record are required.
Experience working in food distribution, warehouse operations, logistics, or nonprofit programs.
Experience operating hand trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
Availability to work on weekends.
Commitment to helping the communities in need and NYCP’s work and mission.
Certification in Food Safety by the NYCP Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Comfortable working with diverse populations.
Multi-task and work in a highly trafficked area.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Travel between multiple job locations.

Responsibilities

Safely operate the agency-owned box truck to transport food commodities, program supplies, and equipment to designated distribution sites.
Maintain the agency vehicle in safe operating condition by conducting routine inspections and promptly reporting any maintenance needs, safety concerns, or repair requirements to the Warehouse Operations Manager or Warehouse & Mobile Operations Supervisor.
Collaborate with the Food Commodities Associate and Nourish Intake Associate/Nutrition Program Commodities Associate to set up and pack up the distribution area at mobile sites.
Ensure all food commodities are properly labeled, dated, handled, and transported in compliance with New York City food safety and food handling regulations.
Load and unload deliveries at the designated space located at 788 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10455, to ensure the office food storage room is adequately stocked with commodities.
Verify 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.
Work closely with the Warehouse Operations Manager to develop and implement efficient delivery routes that support timely and effective distribution operations.
Participate in the maintenance of inventory for all food and program-related supplies and ensure appropriate storage of delivered items.
Support food distributions at mobile sites by assisting guests and helping maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming environment.
Other responsibilities as assigned.