Courier | Full Time Days | Unity Hospital

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Courier in the Food and Nutrition Services department at Unity Hospital. The role involves daily pickups and deliveries, inventory support for food service, and safe handling of supplies across hospital units.

The position requires a NYS driver's license, basic English literacy, and flexibility to cover weekday hours with occasional weekend shifts. Health and safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food service experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write English and communicate effectively.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to schedules.
• Ability to read maps and understand major roads in Rochester area.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pick up and deliveries and safe operation of vehicle.
• Receive, store and rotate supplies; assist inventory control for food service.
• Assemble and deliver meals and supplies to hospital units as required.
• Adhere to proper food handling, safety and MSDS PPE practices.
• Comply with DOT regulations and report incidents to supervisor.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Flexibility

Map reading

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food service experience preferred

Job description

Job Title: Courier Department: Food and Nutrition Services Location: Unity Hospital - Long Pond Road Hours Per Week: 37.5 Schedule: Weekdays: 7:15am to 3:15pm with alternating Weekends

Responsible for pick up and deliveries. Responsible for receiving and storage of all delivered supplies. Material Management Only: Responsible for timely deliveries of pharmacy supplies, bank bags, mail, med-surge supplies, hospital equipment and special non-stock orders. Key Responsibilities: Maintains work areas in a safe, sanitary and orderly manner, demonstrating proper equipment use and sanitation techniques. Obeys all applicable laws and regulations dealing with operation of vehicle and DOT regulations. Reports all incidents, damage, accidents immediately to manager or supervisor. Food and Nutrition Only: Assist in inventory control by maintaining organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and dry storage and by identifying shortages. Assembles and retrieves meals as required while maintaining food customer relations.Responsible for accurately filling and delivering supplies to units as required. Food and Nutrition Only: Package bulk food supplies according to menu requirement and deliver to satellite facilities while, utilizing proper food handling practices in a timely, organized manner.Responsible for receiving all deliveries and storing supplies using appropriate safety practices as well as proper rotation of all supplies (first in, first out). Responsible for safe operation of food service equipment and utilizing personal protective equipment according to MSDS sheets.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains work areas in a safe, sanitary and orderly manner, demonstrating proper equipment use and sanitation techniques.
• Obeys all applicable laws and regulations dealing with operation of vehicle and DOT regulations.
• Reports all incidents, damage, accidents immediately to manager or supervisor.
• Food and Nutrition Only: Assist in inventory control by maintaining organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and dry storage and by identifying shortages.
• Assembles and retrieves meals as required while maintaining food customer relations.
• Responsible for accurately filling and delivering supplies to units as required.
• Package bulk food supplies according to menu requirement and deliver to satellite facilities while, utilizing proper food handling practices in a timely, organized manner.
• Responsible for receiving all deliveries and storing supplies using appropriate safety practices as well as proper rotation of all supplies (first in, first out).
• Responsible for safe operation of food service equipment and utilizing personal protective equipment according to MSDS sheets.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Food and Nutrition Only: Previous food service experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write English and communicate effectively.
• Must demonstrate the ability to be flexible.
• Ability to read and comprehend maps “MapQuest”, and/or directions.
• Knowledge of all Monroe County roads.
• Should have a basic knowledge of major roads and landmarks in the Greater Rochester area.
• Food and Nutrition Only: Knowledge of food safety and sanitation preferred.

Required Licensure / Certification Skills

• Valid New York State Driver’s License.

Education

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)

Physical Requirements

Drive - These positions involve frequent driving across varied routes, with regular loading and unloading of materials and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. or more. Employees must safely enter and exit vehicles, push or pull carts, and navigate ramps, stairs, and uneven surfaces. Strong visual and auditory acuity are essential for safe vehicle operation and task performance. Emotional and cognitive requirements include sustained attention, managing time-sensitive deliveries, and responding to schedule changes. Environmental exposures include inclement weather, roadway hazards, and loading dock conditions. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

PAY RANGE: $17.50 - $20.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14626 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rochester Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affiritive Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.