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Lowcountry Street Grocery is the flagship of our family of social enterprises conjointly dedicated to providing a more equitable, sustainable local food system for all. Lowcountry Street Grocery (LSG) began as a single grassroots mobile farmers’ market intent on bringing “produce to the people” and hitting the road in April 2017. LSG has now grown and diversified with two adjoining sister enterprises: Community Supported Grocery (CSG) and GroceryRx (GRx). Community Supported Grocery aims to connect small farmers and producers to neighbors all across the Charleston area, with a particular focus on local food equity and convenience via home delivery. GENERAL PURPOSE: 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 the following areas: using own vehicle, pick-up, load, transport and deliver groceries to designated homes. The hours of operation for CSG are currently on Mondays-Fridays 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 that can be used for food delivery. The vehicle must have working air conditioning in order 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. SEASONAL INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR TASKS: Using own vehicle: pick-up & loading, transporting, and delivering CSG product/bundles to customer’s homes accurately, safely and in a timely manner. Using routing app on smartphone, follow CSG routes and schedules for efficient delivery 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. SEASONAL INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in local agriculture/food and beverage appreciated. Abide by all transportation rules and regulations. Familiarity with deliveries and navigating locations is a plus. Must Obtain & Maintain a clean driving record and valid insurance that does NOT exclude business use Strong attention to detail, problem solving and strong organizational skills Possess a positive, enthusiastic attitude. Good interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate well verbally and in writing. Including, conducting oneself in an honest, professional and respectful manner at all times. Ability to create effective working relationships with LSG staff and the public and keep LSG a family friendly atmosphere. Ability to deal with conflict among LSG employees, contractors or customers in a non-threatening and redemptive way. Great time management and punctuality skills to adhere to delivery schedules. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 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 job. 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 at a time. 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-filled, mid-large size vehicle that can be utilized for transporting and delivering CSG bundles in t…

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