Substitute Deliverer - Meals on Wheels
About The Position
Meal Deliverers for the Meals on Wheels program play a vital role in delivering nutritious meals to homebound, incapacitated, and isolated seniors throughout designated areas of Manhattan. Candidates must be reliable and dependable, demonstrating consistent attendance, punctuality, and a strong commitment to providing timely and quality service. In addition to meal delivery, Meal Deliverers conduct brief wellness checks to ensure clients’ safety and well-being. This role requires a warm, compassionate, and personable individual who enjoys working with seniors and can build positive relationships.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Must be available to train on set shift Monday-Friday 8a.m-2p.m for the first 30-60 days
- Minimum of 1 year Food deliverer experience
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Enjoys working with seniors and is committed to providing compassionate service
- Responsible, dependable, and able to work independently
- Reliable with strong attendance and punctuality
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing schedules, including working on short notice
- Willingness to work overtime as needed, including without advance notice
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Must be able to lift and carry bags between 15lbs and 30lbs
- Must be able to walk up and down stairs
- Able to walk at least one mile to complete deliveries.
- On-call and per diem scheduling will be based on program needs.
- Flexibility to work in various weather conditions during deliveries
Responsibilities
- Pick up meals from designated caterers, load them securely, and deliver them to assigned clients.
- Follow established routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
- Deliver meals directly to clients’ doors, ensuring accurate distribution.
- Perform a quick wellness check at each delivery, immediately reporting any concerns about clients’ health, safety, or environment to the supervisor.
- Record daily delivery logs, monthly temperature, and taste test logs.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, perform basic pre- and post-trip inspections, and report all
- Adhere to program policies and procedures
- Other related duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
