Company description As an organic produce distributor with 40 years of experience, Vegetable Veritable purchases, transports and supplies the highest quality organic fruits and vegetables on the market. We actively improve the sustainable food system by supporting organic farmers, increasing access to fresh produce, strengthening communities and cultivating a fair and dynamic workplace. What makes us unique is our commitment to running the business based on values rather than the bottom line. We believe in using the power of business to solve social and environmental challenges and have been certified as a B Corporation. Our company culture stresses high integrity relationships, quality produce, minimal environmental impact and active involvement in the community. Job description

Serve as the public face of Veritable Vegetable and first point of contact for customers, vendors, and applicants.  Screen and direct multi-line telephone calls and walk-ins and provide administrative support to all departments to ensure the smooth functioning of our operation. Ensure VV kitchen and restrooms are kept clean and stocked in an environmentally sound manner and in accordance with Food Safety regulations.

 SCHEDULE: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM MONDAY - FRIDAY

  Responsibilities:

• Manage company switchboard
• Welcome on-site visitors, determine nature of business and announce visitors to the appropriate persons
• Send daily invoices to customers
• Sort and process mail to ensure it goes to the proper department
• Assist Office Manager with ordering and stocking food for VV meal program
• Assist VV Managers with a variety of clerical duties
• Assist Purchasing Dept. with compliance support for organic certification and food safety
• Assist Marketing Communications department with photo shoots and company events
• Provide informational materials and set up snacks for tour groups
• Participate as required in other tasks as directed by the Office Manager to achieve department goals.
• Assist Office Manager in daily maintenance of office, kitchen, and bathrooms.
• Understand and follow VV’s safety policies, procedures and best practices including food safety, safe use of equipment and safe lifting practices.
• Serve as back-up for Office Manager
• Provide warehouse support as requested

 Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of full time work experience
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel spreadsheets
• Excellent attention to detail

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 45lbs. without assistance
• Must be able to lift more than 45lbs. with assistance
• Must be able to type repetitively on a keyboard
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist and perform a variety of other physical functions on a consistent basis
• Must be able to work in varying environments including the ability to withstand cold temperatures with proper protective clothing for several hours at a time.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures (i.e., proper lifting techniques)

Compensation this position is : hourly, varies DOE, $19.50 - $22.50 Application instructions Deadlineno deadline