Food Services Assistant, Cloverfield

Los Angeles, CA, USA ● Santa Monica, CA, USA Req #10820
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

About the People Concern 

 

The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. 

 

With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills& wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn. 

 

The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities. 

Title: Assistant, Food Services

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly), Non-Management 

Location: Cloverfield Services Center

Schedule: Thursday- Monday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b), Employee Assistant Program (EAP), etc.

SUMMARY

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of food and be able to predetermined Facility routes, reviewing orders before delivery, loading and unloading food, and providing exceptional customer service to our client base and staff members. Available to work between the hours of 6 am - 2:30 pm must be able to work weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

■ Pickup and delivers meals to agency projects at multiple locations

■ Serve meals and clean up at location as needed

■ Report any issues with meal delivery or service at the location

■ Check paper goods inventory at each location and replenish as needed

■ Keep vehicle clean and in good operating condition

■ Inspect vehicle daily and report any maintenance issue immediately to supervisor (agency vehicles only)

■ Maintain an accurate daily log of meal deliveries and contributions picked up if applicable

■ Assists in scheduling meal deliveries with the supervisor to minimize time and distance between deliveries.

■ Keep daily mileage records

■ Pick-up and return vehicles to garage or parking place daily (agency vehicles only)

■ Dress professionally and follow the company's dress code

■ Report any case of accident, injury, or damage of vehicle or self to the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

■ High School Diploma or GED

■ Valid CA Driver's license, reliable car, auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record

■ 2 years or more of driving experience in Los Angeles or high traffic areas.

■ May need to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less on an intermittent basis - required.

■ Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of the people we serve

■ Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

■ Combination of either field and/or office environment depending on the position

■ On occasion walk or drive to different agency sites

■ May/Will necessitate working in busy and loud environments depending on the position

■ May/Will be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise, and odor depending on the position

■ May need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day

■ Regularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES

■ Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality al: all times

■ Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues

■ Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines

■ Maintain a professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency

■ Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others

■ Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration

■ Respond promptly in all aspects of communication

■ Work with minimum supervision

■ Perform other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.

About the People Concern

The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.

With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.

The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.

Benefits & Perks

· Medical Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Retirement Planning (403b)

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Vacation Days

· Paid Sick Days

· Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)

· TELUS Health

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

· Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability

· Voluntary Pet Insurance

· Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More

· The People Concern University & Certificates

· Corporate Discounts

 

Equal Opportunity Employer  

 

The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.   
 
 

Benefits& Perks  

 

  • Medical Insurance  
  • Vision Insurance  
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
  • Paid Holidays  
  • Paid Vacation Days 
  • Paid Sick Days 
  • Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) 
  • TELUS Health  
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
  • Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) 
  • Voluntary Short- and Long-TermDisability 
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance 
  • Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More 
  • The People Concern University & Certificates  
  • Corporate Discounts 


Other details

  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Min Hiring Rate $19.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $19.00
  • Travel Required Yes
  • Required Education High School