Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.46 - $21.68
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Job Description
USD 259 Nutrition Services is a vital component of the Wichita public school system, dedicated to ensuring that students, faculty, and staff receive nutritious, high-quality meals every day. Known for its commitment to food safety, operational excellence, and community well-being, the department supports diverse nutritional needs across multiple locations throughout the district. This establishment operates within an educational environment, delivering essential food services that help foster student development, wellness, and success by providing balanced and timely meals. The Food Production Center, located at 3850 N. Hydraulic Wichita, serves as a central hub for these operations, coordinating deliveries and maintaining high... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- valid Kansas driver’s license
- ability to work all scheduled hours unless approved leave is granted
- ability to report to work dressed appropriately reflecting positive image of USD 259
- willingness to work overtime on short notice
- ability to work indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions
- physical ability to perform various physical tasks including lifting, climbing, walking, and keyboard use
- ability to comply with all safety and operational guidelines
- ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- ability to drive to multiple district locations
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- valid Kansas driver’s license required
- ability to operate commercial motor vehicles safely
- knowledge of Wichita streets and delivery routes
- effective organizational and problem solving skills
- ability to exhibit independent judgment and discretion
- strong communication skills both verbal and written
- ability to work cooperatively in a team and maintain professional relationships
- ability to use iPads and basic office equipment
- detailed oriented
- knowledge of materials and procedures relevant to the role
Job Duties
- Deliver perishable and non-perishable food products, groceries, and supplies on assigned routes in accordance with HACCP guidelines
- Assist managers in putting up food products as needed
- Deliver catering and box lunch specials and other equipment and supplies as assigned
- Pick up hot and cold transport carriers and unload them in the Food Production Center
- Line up carriers according to assigned routes for next day delivery
- Observe laws governing operation of commercial motor vehicles and perform deliveries safely according to Department of Transportation regulations
- Process all delivery forms and records timely and accurately
- Recommend delivery improvements to the Supervisor
- Perform preventative maintenance on trucks including checking oil, tires, lifts, and keeping vehicles clean
- Report equipment malfunctions
- Perform assigned services and duties on food delivery routes
- Deliver hot shots/call backs or perform designated tasks during layover
- Perform duties in other nutrition service areas including pulling stock, loading/unloading trucks, food routes, and janitorial work
- Serve as a member of the Food Drivers Team
- Prepare, assemble, and serve food for Summer Nutrition Program as needed
- Pull warehouse orders according to pick tickets using FIFO methods and palletize for delivery
- Pick up returns from secondary schools and process with warehouse technician
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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