Food Rescue Driver

About Second Helpings 

At Second Helpings, we envision a community where everyone has enough nourishing food and ample opportunities to thrive. Our mission is to address hunger today and build self-sufficiency to prevent hunger tomorrow. 

Founded in 1998 by three chefs, Second Helpings remains true to its core mission while the ability to serve our community has continued to grow. To date we have rescued nearly 55 million pounds of food and distributed nearly 21 million meals through our 200 + area partners. 

The Second Helpings building is a vibrant and active one, fostering a collaborative work environment. The organization relies on a steady and dedicated volunteer corps that is in the building during most open hours, and it sees present and former culinary job training students coming and going regularly. Food and food culture are ever-present. 

JOB SUMMARY  

The Food Rescue Driver transfers excess prepared and perishable food from donor food service operators to Second Helpings, Inc. and redistributes as directed to nonprofit social service agencies.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  

•  Pick up food from donor sites. Unload, log, and store rescued food immediately upon return to Second Helpings. 
• Perform on-site quality control and inspection of food upon pick-up and delivery. 
• Deliver food to partner agencies. 
• Follow all kitchen and food handling procedures; maintain ServSafe certification. 
• Build and maintain positive relationships with food donors, partner agencies, volunteers, and co-workers. 
• Accurately prepare food rescue and delivery records. 
• Assist with routine inspections and maintenance of vehicle, transfer equipment, docks, and recycling receptacles. 
• Train and oversee tasks of volunteer staff. 
• May be required to drive a variety of vehicles, including refrigerated box truck and delivery vans. 
• Provide assistance in other areas requested and when time permits, (including some kitchen maintenance) 

• High school graduate or equivalent 
• Valid Indiana Operators drivers license plus a safe motor vehicle report and you can meet the commercial insurance age requirements 
• Must have or be able to obtain a For-Hire Endorsement within the first 90 days of employment
• Must have or be able to achieve a ServSafe Food Handler certification 
• Able to use GPS applications, plus general knowledge of the Indianapolis area 
• Able to pass a drug screening 
• Good verbal communication 
• Able to interact positively with people of all backgrounds, cultural groups and economic levels 
• Keep neat, accurate written records 
• Demonstrate common sense and good judgement 
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, using adaptive equipment or assistance if needed 
• Be physically able to perform all essential job functions 
• Tolerance of weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, airborne particles), moderate to loud noise, or moving mechanical parts. 

WHY YOU'LL WANT TO JOIN US: 

Second Helpings is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone feels valued, supported and respected. We maintain a policy that Equal Employment Opportunities be available to all persons without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status. The organization does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on any of these characteristics. 

Second Helpings provides a generous benefit package, matching 403(b) contributions, free parking and lunches.? 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This is a full time hourly position with a compensation of $24.00/hour.  Second Helpings is proud to be a certified Good Wages employer. 

 Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.  We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of any employment visa at this time. 

Applications accepted through Monday August 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM .