Home Delivered Meal Driver-Substitute

OTTAWA COUNTY POSITION POSTING

Job Summary:This position will be responsible for providing safe and timely transportation of Home Delivered Meals (HDM) and bulk food to congregate sites (local Senior Centers). This position will require operation of county owned vehicles in compliance with traffic and safety laws. This position will require work with food service delivery equipment. Must have proven record of working harmoniously with older adults as well as colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma GED or equivalent. Experience in food handling and delivery helpful but not necessary. Must successfully complete designated food handling training program. Must meet the requirements contained in Ohio Administrative Code (OAC).6 (B) (3). Compliance to requirements in Ohio Administrative Code is reviewed annually. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Must maintain a valid drivers license with proof of auto insurance (state minimum) and a safe driving record in accordance with county policy and be comfortable maneuvering a pickup truck. Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must be bondable. Must submit fingerprints for Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) records check and drug testing.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Verify load and deliver all meals in compliance with federal state and local regulations.
2. Knowledge of the methods procedures and equipment used in quality food delivery
3. Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained upon the arrival to consumers. Record and maintain temperature logs for all foods for each meal delivered.
4. Return all food delivery and food service items to the central kitchen at the conclusion of delivery run.
5. Clean sanitize and maintain coolers daily.
6. Deliver meals to participants as assigned in an accurate dependable professional prompt fashion.
7. Report any unusual circumstances to the proper authority (supervisor main office police fire etc.).
8. Operate vehicles in compliance with traffic and safety rules
9. Keep vehicle clean inside and out including hot/cold compartments on routine schedule. Notify supervisor of any vehicle concerns.
10. Record mileage; obtain client initials or signatures and other documentation of daily route.
11. Maintain client confidentiality for the protection of the client. Do not reveal clients names or personal matters to anyone except Senior Resources Program Coordinator Director and/or emergency workers if necessary.
12. Must be able to attend work regularly and be able to provide adequate notice of schedule changes due to sickness or other delay so that a substitute can be secured.

Communication

1. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationship with senior center employees volunteers clients city and county employees various levels of management agencies and the public.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
3. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Abilities

1. Ability to frequently bend stoop and reach above shoulder level: and to occasionally squat crouch kneel and balance.
2. Ability to frequently lift and carry food delivery equipment and supplies such as coolers and bulk food items.
3. Ability to lift and/or move a minimum of 50 lbs. for loading and unloading of bulk food containers.

Job Location: Work is mainly performed from Senior Resources Main Office in Oak Harbor and is dependent on route assigned. Job to be performed daily: Monday through Friday.

Equipment Used: Delivery vehicle cell phone tablet/ipad computer food service equipment such as thermometer and delivery equipment.

Other Responsibilities: Other related functions and responsibilities as designated by Senior Resources Director and/or Program Coordinator.

TO APPLY:Interested candidates may submit a detailed resume or completed employment application* to Ottawa County Human Resources Kim Sedlak Program Coordinator at:

MAIL 8180 W. SR 163 Oak Harbor OH 43449

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* Employment applications can be downloaded atOttawa County Employment Application

Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace. NOTE: while recreational marijuana may be legal in the state of Ohio the County has elected to prohibit employees or applicants from using or testing positive for marijuana or THC. Any positive drug test will result in a withdrawal of the conditional offer of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.