Culinary Operations Assistant

4 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States DREAMING OUT LOUD INC Full time
Job Title: Culinary Assistant

Join DREAMING OUT LOUD INC as a Culinary Assistant and contribute to our mission of creating economic opportunities for the DC metro region's marginalized community members through building a healthy, equitable food system.

Job Summary

The Culinary Assistant will assist the Markets & CSA coordinator to run the weekly farmers markets, operate the logistics of Dreaming Out Loud Grocery, and help with programming related to the DOL Grocery website & our farmers markets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Track packing deadlines to accomplish all goals on time while monitoring contingencies & other related tasks.
  • Pack and fulfill all orders on a weekly basis in accordance with our SOPs, key processes, and food safety requirements.
  • Keep track of supplies & inventory.
  • Support outreach and marketing efforts for DOL Grocery.
  • Check the quality control, portioning, & packing of all products going out from DOL Grocery.
  • Ensure quality of all the products being delivered to the customers.
  • Keep track of the timeliness of orders; support refining the ordering process; identify opportunities for process improvements to better serve our customers.
  • Accurately process payments transactions via POS system.
  • Create and send out weekly market communications via print, text, & email. Work with communications staff to ensure it is consistent with brand standards.
  • Support weekly markets duties including, but not limited to, setting up the market with tents, tables, produce, and value-added products; operating the markets with outstanding customer service; and breaking down the market in a timely manner.
Requirements
  • Strong commitment to social justice, our mission, and upholding our high-quality standards.
  • At least 1 year of relevant experience (e.g., food service, customer service, small business, etc.).
  • Comfort and experience working and communicating with people from all backgrounds and professions, including farmers, truck drivers, warehouse workers, office, and non-profit staff, local community members, and customers.
  • Strong organization, prioritization, and short- and long-term planning skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to thoroughly and professionally resolve any disputes; strong, empathetic listener that seeks to incorporate customer feedback into operational improvements.
  • Ability to collaborate with a team; committed to maintaining open lines of communication.
  • An entrepreneurial spirit that loves to problem-solve and evolve with an organization.
  • COVID vaccination required prior to getting onboarded.
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative; strong work ethic and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, databases (e.g., Volunteer Hub), communications apps (e.g., Canva, Slack), navigation apps (e.g., Google Maps), and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
  • Able to regularly push a cart or dolly weighing 150-600 lbs, across a distance of up to 200 yds.
  • Willing and available to work some evenings and weekends.
  • Willing to drive delivery vehicles, including but not limited to minivans; sprinter vans; panel trucks, and SUVs. Must have a clean driving record, active license, and ability to qualify for a vehicle rental.
Compensation

The hourly wage is $17-20/hr based on experience and qualifications. Benefits included (health insurance, monthly cell phone allowance, monthly travel/commuting allowance).

DREAMING OUT LOUD INC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, DOL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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