Driver

ROLE DESCRIPTION

A local catering company with a focus on sustainability is seeking a dedicated driver/logistics support who will oversee the complete process of packout, delivery, and return of materials for on-site catering events, corporate drop-offs, and daily cafe operations. This role will also have a critical focus on supporting warehouse logistics, ensuring smooth operations and inventory management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Event Logistics: Ensure the timely transportation of food, proofers, plateware, equipment, beverages, and other materials from our Brooklyn commissary kitchen to various citywide event venues.
• Equipment Management: Prepare, pack, and transport all food, beverage, and equipment materials for events, including reheating and setting up drop-off style group catering orders.
• Warehouse Support: Restock, maintain, and update inventory on returned materials, as well as incoming beverages and dry goods.  Help support ordering processes to minimize costs and identify cost-saving measures where possible.
• Driving Support: Provide necessary driving support for projects within our larger hospitality group.
• Communication: Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff, event organizers, and onsite team members.
• Post-Event Duties: Handle the pickup of materials after events, ensuring all waste is returned to our kitchen for recycling and composting through our zero-waste program. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mandatory:
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clean driving record and background check
• Experience operating large vehicles and navigating traffic patterns and routes through all New York City boroughs
• Professional, proactive, and flexible attitude
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift 50 lbs, including overhead
• Experience in events, warehouse, and/or kitchen operations
• Preferred:
• Experience reading Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) or similar event or logistic outlines
• Understanding of general warehouse management and inventory systems
• Working knowledge of wine, high-end spirits, and basic cocktails
• Some Spanish proficiency

This is a part-time role with flexible availability; working hours vary based on need and event scheduling throughout the year. The position requires frequent lifting of heavy objects and a high level of detail-orientation, communication, and timeliness.