Kitchen Aide/Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Paid time-off
• 401 (k)
• 10 Paid Holidays / year
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

KITCHEN AIDE / DRIVER

Job Announcement

Do you want to be part of an innovative organization making an impact upon the quality of life for vulnerable Yolo County seniors and others with mobility challenges?

Is the why you do your job a priority in your career? Then you may be the hero were seeking to provide nourishing meals to aging adults countywide lacking the access and / or the ability to dependably prepare their own healthy meals.

MOW YOLO APPROACH

Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) is adding Kitchen Aide / Drivers (Kitchen Aide) to our already inspired team. We are looking for Kitchen Aides who will :

• Assist in the preparation of nourishing meals for MOW Yolo meal recipients in a fast-paced institutional kitchen
• Be great team players
• Prioritize nutritious food security and socialization in our cities and rural communities by focusing upon Eat Well, Age Well initiative outcomes for Yolo County seniors.
• Positively represent MOW Yolo externally

POSITION SUMMARY

Kitchen Aide / Drivers report to Food Services management, and assist with preparing nourishing meals and transporting them to both volunteer connection locations and seniors doorsteps countywide.

The work of Kitchen Aide / Drivers furthers MOW Yolos mission to nourish and engage vulnerable senior citizens and others with mobility challenges throughout Yolo County.

REGULAR WORK SCHEDULE

Part-time 20-25 hours / week, Monday - Friday. Exact days, hours, and locations to be determined in consultation with the supervisor and can be subject to change.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and package nourishing meals for MOW Yolo meal recipients in a fast-paced institutional kitchen.
• Adhere to proper food handling, kitchen sanitation, and safety procedures. This includes maintaining a clean environment by dishwashing, sweeping, and mopping.
• Work with colleagues to meet stringent time deadlines regarding food preparation, packaging, and delivery.
• Accurately pack, load, and unload food transport containers and related supplies, ensuring compliance with established food safety and portioning procedures.
• Learn and adhere to food service protocols, kitchen appliance / tool protocols, and other safety related measures.
• Complete food-related reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Drive and deliver temperature-controlled food in a MOW Yolo vehicle, maintaining cleanliness and usage records as required.
• Maintain positive communications with meal recipients, volunteers, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Proficient at using and / or learning electronic systems. Comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite; Google Workspace familiarity is a plus.
• Willingness to take on new tasks and responsibilities as the position evolves and MOW Yolo grows.
• Be a positive representative of MOW Yolo.
• Attend monthly all-staff meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lift and carry 50 lbs., stand continuously up to five hours, bend below the waist, and reach above the head.
• Drive a MOW Yolo vehicle from one location to another for multiple hours.
• Perform established duties, responsibilities, and expectations independently and with minimal supervision.
• Read, write, and complete simple math to accurately maintain daily records according to specific instructions and procedures.
• Adapt and respond flexibly, creatively, and patiently to various situations.
• Arrive to work on time and maintain a good attendance record with an established schedule.
• Maintain a high level of personal and professional hygiene, dress, and demeanor.

POSITION LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• Current California Drivers License
• Proof of automobile insurance
• ServSafe Food certification. (MOW pays for this training if it is needed).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$20.00 / hour, non-exempt

Benefits for part-time employees :

Vacation and Sick time-off accrual

Ten Paid Holidays per year

Optional Employee Participation in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND TIMELINE

Please submit your resume to [email protected]. Applicant screening will be ongoing as the goal is to

welcome new team members as soon as possible.

ABOUT MEALS ON WHEELS YOLO COUNTY

The Meals on Wheels concept first arrived in Yolo County nearly 50 years ago, when the need for low-income, mobility-limited seniors to receive nourishing meals was identified by compassionate volunteers.

By 1975, demand had increased, and the nonprofit now known as Meals on Wheels Yolo County took the lead to ensure the continuity of this important work.

Not surprisingly, the service level has grown more than 50 times larger since those early days. Currently, more than 1,000 Yolo County seniors in need of assistance are provided with five nourishing meals each week via three weekly wellbeing visits by a trained, caring volunteer, or by dining at a congregate meals location.

Focused upon creating healthier outcomes for Yolo County seniors, the Eat Well, Age Well movement prioritizes :

• More fresh and locally sourced ingredients
• Medically-tailored meal options
• Expanded congregate dining availability
• More rural meals access

All positions at Meals on Wheels Yolo County serve as ambassadors to ensure the resources needed for our success, and an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit is encouraged to accomplish both individual and

organization-wide objectives.

Visit our website for details about our programs and impact : www.mowyolo.org

Meals on Wheels Yolo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer