Driver

Purslane
Brooklyn, NY Part Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2024 CLOSED ON 8/11/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Purslane?

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.



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