Manhattan Meal Deliverer — Part-Time, On-Call & Wellness Checks

Henry-Street-Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Street Settlement seeks Meal Deliverers for the Meals on Wheels program to serve homebound seniors in Manhattan. Deliver prepared meals, perform quick wellness checks, and log daily activities in a caring, community-focused setting.

This part-time, fully onsite role operates on weekdays from 8am–2pm, with regular travel across Manhattan. Compensation starts at $22.00 per hour, with on-call requirements and supportive supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Familiarity with Lower East Side and Midtown Manhattan streets.
• Available to work on call with little notice.
• Available to work overtime without notice.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Interested in providing services to seniors.

Responsibilities

• Pick up meals from designated caterers, load them securely, and deliver them to assigned clients.
• Follow established routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
• Deliver meals directly to clients’ doors, ensuring accurate distribution.
• Perform a quick wellness check at each delivery, reporting any concerns to the supervisor.
• Record daily delivery logs, monthly temperature, and taste test logs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle and report any vehicle issues.

Skills

Lower East Side knowledge

On-call availability

Overtime availability

Interpersonal skills

Seniors services interest

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Henry Street Settlement seeks Meal Deliverers for the Meals on Wheels program to serve homebound seniors in Manhattan. Deliver prepared meals, perform quick wellness checks, and log daily activities in a caring, community-focused setting.

This part-time, fully onsite role operates on weekdays from 8am–2pm, with regular travel across Manhattan. Compensation starts at $22.00 per hour, with on-call requirements and supportive supervision.