Senior Dining Meals on Wheels Distribution Manager

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Will County Nutrition Director

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF FUNCTIONS:

Day-to-day operations of the Meals on Wheels Distribution Hub for all of all clients assigned to Joshua Arms and surrounding areas and Senior Congregate Dining Café in Joliet, IL.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages Food Service Aides, Program Assistants, and delivery drivers, where applicable
• Maintains all paperwork related to the program in accordance with reporting guidelines.
• Handles all reporting requirements to the central office and funders related to the program.
• Ensures daily Meals on Wheels routes are covered by volunteer drivers.
• Safely packs home delivered meals into delivery bags by route.
• Accepts food and supply deliveries and confirms correct item receipts.
• Stores food correctly – dry, refrigerated and frozen.
• Prepares the next day’s food service.
• Prepares hot and cold foods on the day of service.
• Prepares weekly meal orders and submits them on time.
• Sets up and runs serving area for smooth flowing client service.
• Plans events, trips, on-site parties, guest speakers, and other activities for congregate dining participants
• Responsible for creating a relationship and maintaining timely communication with Case Coordination Units
• Responsible for volunteer recruitment and management.
• Responsible for meeting congregate dining goals and targets
• Responsible for outreach to promote congregate dining participation
• Responsible for creating connections within the community including but not limited to local municipalities and creating a network of relevant resources for the seniors being served through the program
• Responsible for educating home delivered meal recipients and congregate dining participants on project income and why’s it’s important for our programs
• Demonstrates ability to think critically and problem solve
• Will be responsible for meeting the increasing demand for Meals on Wheels services for older adults during the current COVID-19 pandemic
• Cleans equipment and utensils used in food preparation, all food preparation surfaces and all food service areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to follow verbal instructions.
• Must have intermediate computer literacy and ability to use e-mail, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Must have knowledge of food preparation and serving principles.
• Must have knowledge of food service equipment and correct food portioning.
• Must know how to handle food in a safe and sanitary manner and work in a neat and clean manner.
• Must be friendly and accustomed to working with people.
• Must be able to work well with seniors and volunteers.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certificate or be willing to take the class and pass within six months of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

At nutrition sites, exposure to cleaning and or chemical solutions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift / push up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk.
• Must be able to carry, bend and reach.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the physical, mental and emotional stress of the position.

TRAVEL: Some travel required. Vehicle required, with valid Illinois driver’s license and current liability insurance.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks, gloves, and sanitizer are required to be used by all staff and volunteers. Regular handwashing is also required. Additionally, social distancing (6 FT) is enforced whenever possible.