Driver/Food Service Worker On-Call

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Driver/Food Service Worker transports food and supplies to various sites. The position performs food service tasks under general supervision, ensuring that food handling comply with food safety standards and Department of Health (DOH) regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver and pick up of food and supplies in and out of facility to various sites.
• Perform routine cleaning, fueling, and servicing of assigned vehicle.
• Transport food or supplies to serving areas; ensure that areas are properly set up; assemble and replenish food, supplies, and equipment as required; ensure proper temperature of food in steam tables and correct counter display.
• Ensure that food handling and related activities comply with food safety standards and DOH regulations.
• Clean assigned area following proper sanitary procedures, to include equipment, counters, dining tables, refrigerators, utensils, and dispensers; sweep and mop floors.
• Ensure all supplies, materials and equipment are available in assigned work areas for proper performance of duties; maintain replenishment as necessary; report need to repair equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to program supervisor.
• Assist in monitoring work and cross-training employees in contract sites and in the use of Cup of Joe and Saint Maria’s Meals materials.
• Assist in receiving/unloading trucks and checking in merchandise.
• Combine pallets and rearrange space to accommodate a steady flow of product.
• Perform inventory replenishment for Cup of Joe and Saint Maria’s Meals programs, as needed.
• Assist volunteers and site managers in picking up Cup of Joe materials.
• Provide support to Cup of Joe and Saint Maria’s Meals Program Supervisor.
• Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or bins according to agency standards.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED.  
• 2 years’ experience driving a van/truck preferably in a food service environment.  
• Must be able to obtain a Food Safety Certification within 90 days of employment.  
• Driving is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to follow directions, communication, organizational, time management, and mathematical skills.  
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and kitchen personnel, and great customer service skills.