Permanent Part Time Food Services Driver (G-Class)

Permanent Part Time Food Services Driver (G-Class)

Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.

Location: Various

Position type: Part Time, Permanent

Hours of work: 9-5 Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Starting Date: ASAP

Salary: $21.00 per hour plus 7% vacation pay & other benefits

Submit Resume to: Lavanya.sivakumar@homesfirst.on.ca

Applicants, please quote “PT-FDE”

Job Purpose: The Food Services Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of prepared meals, food supplies, and related materials using a Homes First refrigerated vehicle.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Conduct pre/post-trip truck inspections to ensure proper and safe handling conditions
• Operate the vehicle safely and in compliance with all Ontario traffic regulations
• Load the vehicle with food service bins, meal containers, and supplies
• Complete required paperwork (Daily driver logs, Signature of Receipts, vehicle maintenance concerns etc.)
• Safely transport meals and supplies between centralized kitchens, shelters, and housing sites to designated staff
• Monitor and adhere to legislative requirements, Toronto Shelter Standards, Collective Agreement and Homes First policies and procedures
• Maintain inventory and order supplies for the program as needed
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English and follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrate ability to work independently
• Knowledge of client populations, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness
• Ability to handle heavy loads and lift heavy equipment and supplies
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation procedures
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid G-Class driver's license
• Minimum 25 years of age (insurance requirement)
• Keep and maintain a clean Driver’s Abstract
• Ability to lift and move food bins up to 40 lbs
• Experience driving cargo vans or light commercial vehicles (preferred)
• Ability to read and follow maps, directions, and delivery details
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, hygiene and safe handling practices/techniques, Food Handler’s certificate.
• Experience working in community-based settings with homeless and marginalized individuals, including people who use illicit drugs is considered an asset

Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. Working in a pet-friendly environment.

The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First is an equal opportunity employer.

Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATION

Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.