GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision and according to general policies and procedures, performs a variety of food distribution and skilled administrative duties directly related to Food Basket program activities. These duties include supporting daily Meals On Wheels operations, preparing client groceries for pick-up and delivery, rotating and stocking perishable and non-perishable food, working closely with volunteers, data entry, delivering meals as needed, and providing excellent service to clients of The Health Trust.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Generous number of vacation each year
• Generous paid Holidays and your Birthday off!
• Additional holidays for paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a Match, plus a potential employer discretionary contribution after year one
• Professional development opportunities
• Transit Flexible Benefit Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program - wellness portal to support your wellness goals, cash incentive and PTO incentive.
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

FOOD BASKET:

• Supports day-to-day client and grocery operations at the Food Basket, including site preparation, grocery distribution, and clean-up.
• Prepares for grocery pick-up before distribution.
• Provides information and/or volunteer opportunities to potential and existing clients, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Pick-up supplies as assigned
• Receives, sorts, and stores large volumes of produce, dairy, meat, and dry food goods.
• Cleans and prepares vegetables and other food items as needed. Disposes of produce and other food items according to health regulations.
• Records temperatures of freezers and refrigerators daily.
• All other duties as assigned by the Food Basket Manager.

MEALS ON WHEELS:

• Receives meals from vendor and ensures count and delivery is accurate.
• Prepares meals for route pick-up and pack-out process by warming food and preparing food delivery packs for drivers.
• Ensures refrigerators and freezers are kept in compliance for general cleanliness and upkeep according to stated procedures.
• Maintains appropriate tracking of Meals On Wheels clients for data reporting and accurately maintains ServTracker database, SalesForce databases, Microsoft Office files, and Google Docs as needed.
• Delivers meals as needed.

GENERAL OFFICE/CLERICAL DUTIES:

• General office duties including copying, scanning, filing, word-processing, check-request processing, organizing files, sending reports, and maintaining office supply inventory.
• Helps maintain accurate inventory of goods and services through timely purchasing and receiving procedures.
• Accurately utilizes FedEx and off-site storage procedures or other mailing and/or delivery needs.
• Updates and maintains client database information as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree. Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year administrative and/or warehouse experience.
• ServSafe certified with basic knowledge of safe food handling and storage preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Experience in customer service.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse population groups and maintain a high standard of professional conduct.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and judgment in working with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to maintain productive working relationships with clients and their families, staff, volunteers, neighbors, community agencies, and faith-based groups.
• Ability to model and communicate the mission of The Health Trust and support a culture of empowerment and team support.
• Ability to execute food and supply inventory, purchasing, and receiving procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Warehouse/office atmosphere.
• Automobile available for daily use, car insurance as required by the State of California, and a valid California driver license.
• Acceptable driving record
• Occasional travel between two site locations, as well as driving as needed for Meals On Wheels route delivery.
• Garland Avenue Location: Warehouse environment with minor exposure to noise, dust, temperature and the like.
• Newberry Drive location: Office environment, may perform repetitive motion activities, sitting for long periods of time.
• Local travel required.
• Regular or daily lifting up to 30 pounds, bending, reaching and standing.
• Hours are flexible and may change weekly; may be required to arrive by 7:30 a.m.; weekend work may be required occasionally.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to Food Basket Manager

Salary Range:

$24.07