Food Service Distributor

The Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation is a well-established educational entity committed to providing excellent services and support to its community. The Corporation operates several schools and departments dedicated to enhancing student learning experiences and ensuring operational excellence. Within the structure of the Corporation, the Food Service Department plays a vital role in managing the distribution and preparation of meals and supplies to the various schools under its jurisdiction. This department is responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety, efficiency, and service quality, ensuring that all students have access to healthy and timely meals throughout the academic year. The Food Service Department operates on a schedule aligned with the school calendar, supporting daily meal distribution and maintaining logistical coordination throughout the district.

The Food Distributor position within the Food Service Department is crucial for the seamless delivery of prepared foods, commodities, bulk food, and supplies from the base kitchen to the satellite schools. The role is designed to support 261 workdays per year, with an 8-hour workday schedule. Reporting directly to the Food Service Director, the Food Distributor is accountable for ensuring that all food products and supplies are safely transported, properly rotated, and stored in compliance with health and safety regulations. This individual also performs routine preventive maintenance on essential equipment and undertakes custodial duties to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards. Key responsibilities include loading, transporting, and unloading items according to an approved schedule, collecting return items, and maintaining inventory areas such as dry, refrigerated, and frozen storage spaces. The role also involves operating power equipment, managing vending machine maintenance, conducting temperature checks, and ensuring the overall cleanliness and safety of the base kitchen and service truck.

The position requires a blend of physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to strict food safety practices. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record and the ability to lift weights regularly up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds. Experience in foodservice or warehousing is preferred, alongside skills in forklift operation. The Food Distributor is expected to uphold a professional demeanor, maintain excellent work habits, and comply with all corporate policies, including passing criminal history and child abuse clearances. The Corporation emphasizes a drug-free workplace and mandates food sanitation certification for the role. This position demands a commitment to working in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to temperature extremes and noise, as well as performing duties that require physical agility and mental concentration. Overall, the Food Distributor plays a pivotal role in ensuring the Food Service Department operates smoothly, contributing directly to the wellbeing and satisfaction of school communities served by the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation.