Driver/ Kitchen Aid - 4102

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring Four (4) Driver/Kitchen Aid for our JAMS Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive agency vehicle to specified locations as assigned by supervisor for the purpose of picking up or dropping off passengers for program activities.
• Complete errands with agency vehicle for the purpose of picking up supplies or delivering items at/to various locations.
• Perform vehicle maintenance monthly, including cleaning vehicle inside and out, checking the oil, brake and transmission fluids.
• Maintain accurate and up to date travel log.
• Notify supervisor of vehicle maintenance problems as they arise.
• Fill vehicle with gas when needed.
• Assist with food preparation under direction of head cook.
• Assist with safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods.
• Assist with proper functioning and cleaning of kitchen and kitchen equipment, dining areas, and adherence to sanitation standards.
• Assist with packaging and delivery of meals to satellite offices.
• Maintain food usage records and assist in taking monthly inventory.
• Attend relevant BronxWorks agency and outside trainings.
• Assist with weighing in, receiving and proper storage of food.
• Abide by Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent credentials preferred.
• 2-years driving experience.
• Valid driver’s license from the state in which the bearer resides with no reported traffic violations for the previous 18 months and no more than 3 points reported within the last 3 years.
• Experience driving vans and oversized vehicles.
• Experience reading maps and a good knowledge of the New York City highway system.
• Engaging personality and detailed orientated skills are essential.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to lift, pull, push and/or move a minimum of 60 pounds.

· Ability to sit for long periods of time.

· Ability to climb five flights of stairs.

· Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.