FOOD SERVICES DELIVERY COORDINATOR

Job Title

Under general supervision, supervises the preparation, packaging, and delivery of home delivery meals; Coordinates the work of home delivery meal drivers and volunteers, delivery of prepared meals from the central kitchen to home delivery clients, and procedures for safe food handling.

Tasks

Overseeing the serving of meals; Communicate with food services staff regarding menu changes and other operational needs; Maintains an accurate count of meals served daily; Coordinates with staff on meal preparation according to the menu cycle; Ensure all sanitation and temperature control procedures are being followed; Performs office-related responsibilities, such as inputting data and ensuring effective communication via email; Maintain and fill orders for supplies and materials needed; Monitor participant activity; Monitor and enforce guidelines for safe food handling, ensuring quality throughout the process; Serves meals; proactively identifies delays or issues and takes appropriate action to resolve; Attends quality assurance meetings; Maintains effective record-keeping related to duties.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent, AND three (3) years of experience in food preparation, packaging, or delivery, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess at the time of application and maintain a valid Serve-Safe Food Manager Certificate and California Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of safe food handling guidelines and procedures, food packaging regulations, and techniques of blast freezing procedures; Skilled in maintaining accurate records, monitoring the work of assigned staff, establishing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships, while providing guidance and monitoring of staff. Ability to work independently and with a team, to demonstrate a strong work ethic, and provide and follow oral and written instructions in English; Proficient in using work-related computer applications, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, the internet, and other electronic devices to perform essential job duties; a second language, such as Spanish, is desirable.

Selection Process

Applicants whose experience best meets the city's needs will be invited to participate in the examination for this position. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Writing Exercise, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a score of 70 or higher to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview.

Benefits

Salary increases: 5% automatic step increases each year on the anniversary date until the top of the salary range is reached. Retirement (CalPERS): The City provides retirement coverage through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). "New" CalPERS members a 2% @ 62 retirement formula with CalPERS. "Classic" CalPERS members' retirement formula is 2.5% at 55. Health coverage: Insurance benefits begin on the first of the month following the date of hire. The City contracts with CalPERS for health insurance coverage and offers two dental plans and one vision plan with family coverage. Work schedule: 4/10, or 9/80 work schedule. Holidays: 14 paid holidays annually, 13 scheduled holidays, and one floating holiday. Vacation - sick leave: Sick leave is accrued at a rate equivalent to nine (9) hours per month with unlimited accumulation. Employees can accrue up to 160 hours of vacation leave annually with unlimited accumulation.

Employer

CITY OF INGLEWOOD

Location

1 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA

Salary

$22.18 - $31.42 Hourly

Job Type

Full-Time

Department

Parks, Recreation, & Community Services