Food Recovery Driver

Position Overview 

Location: Just Food, 1000 E 11th Street, Lawrence, KS 66046 

Job Type: Full Time 

Compensation: $40,000 

Department: Operations 

Reports to: Director of Operations 

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Work Hours: 8-10 hour shifts Monday-Friday depending on program needs, with occasional weekend and evening events 

Purpose: The Food Recovery Driver is responsible for collecting surplus food from donor locations and delivering it to Just Food's warehouse, ensuring that food is distributed to those in need while reducing food waste. 

Key Responsibilities: 
Core Duties: 

• Collect surplus food from donor locations. 

• Deliver food to the Just Food warehouse. 

• Manage routes and adjust them as needed. 

• Maintain vehicle maintenance and records. 

• Track and report food recovery data. 

• Ensure food safety standards are followed. 

• Build positive relationships with donors and partners. 

• Communicate effectively with the Operations Director and team. 

Specific Tasks: 

• Safely pick up food from donor locations. 

• Follow scheduled routes and adjust as necessary. 

• Perform vehicle inspections and report any issues. 

• Track food pickups, deliveries, and weights. 

• Ensure proper temperature control during transportation. 

• Seek out new food recovery partners. 

• Communicate daily operations and route changes. 

Performance Expectations: 

• Collect food efficiently and safely. 

• Follow routes punctually. 

• Maintain vehicles in good condition. 

• Accurately track and report data. 

• Adhere to food safety regulations. 

• Build positive relationships with donors and partners.

• Communicate effectively and proactively. 

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Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Experience: Previous experience in driving delivery routes or a similar role preferred. 

• Skills: 

  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. 

  • Ability to drive a box truck with air brakes. 

  • Physical fitness to lift and carry heavy objects. 

  • Strong time-management and organizational skills. 

  • Passion for addressing food insecurity and reducing food waste. 

  • Excellent communication skills. 

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

  • Willingness to collaborate or assist with tasks outside of this job description, as needed and when it doesn’t interfere with one's own job duties. 

  • Basic knowledge of smartphones, Google Suite, and GPS applications.

• Certifications: None required. 

Working Conditions: 

• Environment: Primarily works in a driving environment, traveling to various donor locations. 

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading of heavy objects. May involve early morning, late afternoon, or evening/weekend hours. 

 

Benefits:

• Company-paid healthcare, life, vision, and dental insurance 

• SIMPLE IRA retirement account with up to 3% company match 

• Vacation/PTO: 8 hours accrued monthly *Accrual rate and maximum balance increase with time served 

• Holidays: 11 paid holidays (all major U.S. holidays) 

• Sick time: 14 days per year 

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Remote Work Policy Disclosure 
Just Food recognizes the value of flexible work arrangements and may consider remote work requests on a case-by-case basis. However, it's important to note that the majority of our positions require on-site presence to effectively fulfill job responsibilities. Remote work arrangements will be evaluated based on the specific requirements of the position, the employee's performance, and the needs of the organization. All remote work requests must be submitted in writing to the Executive Director for review and approval. Please note that final approval for remote work arrangements rests solely with the Executive Director. 

About Just Food 

• What We Do: At Just Food, we are a reflection of the community we serve. Through connection with businesses, organizations, schools, volunteers, local government and individuals we are able to identify gaps within our food system and solve problems strategically. It is because of these partnerships that we are able to bridge the gap from being food insecure to ensuring that folks in our community are fed healthy foods without barriers. 

• Mission: Our mission is to end hunger in our community by increasing access to healthy foods, reducing barriers to health and well-being, and cultivating self-sufficiency. 

• Vision: A community where all residents are free from hunger. 

• Guiding Principles: 

  • Provide access to nutritious food while respecting the dignity of every human being. 

  • Address root causes of hunger and cultivate self-sufficiency. 

  • Collaborate with community partners to affect positive and sustainable change. ○ Ensure a culture of stewardship grounded in transparency and sustainability, and informed by the needs of our community. 

  • Support people through the lens of equity and diversity. 

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This job description will remain posted until filled. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to director@justfoodks.org
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Note: This job description is subject to change as the needs of the position and the organization evolve. 

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