Meals on Wheels Driver - Melrose Park, il

Community Nutrition Network & Senior Services Association • Melrose Park, IL

391d • $35,672 - $35,672

About The Position

The Home Delivered Meals Driver is responsible for transporting meals to seniors in the community, ensuring timely and safe delivery while adhering to sanitation and safety protocols. This part-time position requires effective communication with the Site Manager and a commitment to providing excellent service to program participants.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Minimum of 3 years of driving experience.
• Ability to read and write, read a map, and follow directions.
• Knowledge of food storage and handling procedures (Hot/hot, cold/cold, FIFO).
• Ability to lift 60 pounds.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation procedures.
• Ability to interact positively with staff, volunteers, and program participants.
• Capable of working without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Report to work as scheduled in appropriate attire.
• Read route sheet for the day and use it as a guide for the amount of meals needed for delivery.
• Discuss any special instructions with the Site Manager.
• Start truck and turn on heating/cooling units prior to loading (if applicable).
• Load truck according to the route sheet, ensuring hot meals are in the hot section and cold items in the refrigerated unit.
• Clean up work area before leaving the site.
• Return to the site to deliver any forgotten food items.
• Notify Site Manager of any potential problems regarding food, truck/van, or seniors.
• Report all complaints, suggestions, and requests to the Site Manager.
• Leave the nutrition site en route to seniors by 10:15 a.m.
• Respect all CNN rules and regulations.
• Be polite to seniors on the route.
• Practice daily sanitation procedures and take and record temperatures as needed on the route.
• Report all accidents (major or minor) to the Site Manager immediately.
• Check with Site Manager before leaving for the day.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Site Manager.
• Drive carefully to prevent accidents and avoid damage to the meal transport vehicle.
• Report all accidents immediately to the Site Manager, including minor scratches and dents.
• Fill vehicle with gas as needed and maintain air in tires and check lights regularly.
• Check oil, transmission fluid, windshield wiper fluid, anti-freeze/water, etc. every week.
• Keep the vehicle clean at all times, both inside and out.

Benefits

• Part-time position with flexible hours.
• Competitive pay at $17.15 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: No Education Listed