Van Driver - Food Rescue - Sharing Excess
Philadelphia, PA 19153
About the Job
- Arrive at the designated food business in a timely manner, following the route assigned by Sharing Excess coordinators.
- Weigh, categorize, and hand-load boxes into the van, making judgment calls on any food seemingly or in inedible condition.
- Drive to the partnered organization and let the point of contact know when you arrive.
- Help unload boxes at partnered organizations and complete pickup reports via the app.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must have a valid driver's license without restrictions.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Good vision, hearing, and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal communication.
- Excellent customer service.
- Time management skills.
- Ability to follow rules regarding food safety and preservation.
- Interest in non-profit/social justice work is strongly preferred.
To Apply: Email careers@sharingexcess.com and include “Application - Van Driver - Food Rescue” in the subject line. Please attach your resume to this email.
About Sharing Excess:
Sharing Excess is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that rescues food and feeds communities. While over 40 million people in the US face food insecurity, nearly 40% of the nation's food supply is going to waste. By partnering with grocery stores, restaurants, wholesalers, and farmers, Sharing Excess has delivered over 50 million meals to a network of nonprofits, food banks, and community organizations. Our team embraces a fun, fast-paced, agile, and creative startup environment that is laser-focused on improving access to excess and making food a basic human right. If you're passionate about connecting with people, building innovative solutions, and want to make this world a better place, look no further than team SE.