Courier, Seasonal; IC; Charleston, SC

Overview

Low country Street Grocery is the flagship of our family of social enterprises dedicated to a more equitable, sustainable local food system. LSG began as a grassroots mobile farmers’ market in April 2017 and has grown to include Community Supported Grocery (CSG) and Grocery Rx (GRx). CSG connects small farmers and producers to neighbors across the Charleston area with a focus on local food equity and convenience via home delivery.

GRx is LSG’s nutrition-led produce-prescription program designed to promote health and wellness equity through community and data-driven results. All outlets employ a pricing strategy that redirects revenue from high-demand sales to address community needs. We seek individuals who believe in our mission and want to help make that vision a reality.

We are seeking a passionate, self-motivated independent contractor to complete home deliveries in the Charleston and surrounding areas for Community Supported Grocery 2-4 days a week on an as-needed seasonal basis. This requires contractor experience in a fast-paced environment, adaptability, and attention to detail. The contractor mainly focuses on using their own vehicle, pick-up, load, transport and deliver groceries to designated homes.

Hours of operation for CSG are Monday–Friday between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. The contractor work is on an as-needed basis and requires access to a clean, medium-sized vehicle with working air conditioning to transport fresh produce and perishable groceries. The contractor will coordinate with CSG Associates, Coordinators and Supervisors. The contractor must maintain strict operation and delivery standards both onsite and offsite.

The contractor should have strong communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to pivot and problem solve.

• Using own vehicle: pick-up, loading, transporting, and delivering CSG product/bundles to customer homes accurately, safely and in a timely manner.
• Using routing app on smartphone to follow CSG routes and schedules for efficiency.
• Willing to drive 30–75 miles per delivery day (locally).
• Deliver between 25–75 grocery bundles Mondays–Fridays as scheduled (you will choose your schedule ahead of time).
• Possibility to pick up more contractor hours at the CSG packing shed.

• Experience in local agriculture/food and beverage appreciated.
• Abide by all transportation rules and regulations.
• Must obtain and retain individual worker’s compensation insurance.
• Familiarity with deliveries and navigating locations is a plus.
• Must obtain and maintain a clean driving record and valid insurance that does not exclude business use.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate well verbally and in writing; conduct oneself in an honest, professional and respectful manner at all times.
• Ability to create effective working relationships with LSG staff and the public to keep LSG a family-friendly atmosphere.
• Ability to deal with conflict among LSG employees, contractors or customers in a non-threatening and redemptive way.
• Excellent time management and punctuality to adhere to delivery schedules.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an independent contractor to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Bending, stooping, walking, standing and sitting/driving in a vehicle for long periods.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs throughout the day.
• Must be flexible with farm-type working conditions, mostly spent outside.

Must have access to reliable transportation and a smartphone.

• Must have access to a reliable, gas-powered mid-to-large size vehicle suitable for transporting and delivering CSG bundles in the Charleston area. Fuel is reimbursed via SC average fuel price. Vehicle must be kept clean and cool for transporting produce and food items. No smoking while making deliveries.…