Fulfillment Team Member (Yard Coordinator) at CookUnity

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

17.87

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Yard Safety Procedures, Logistics, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Bilingual, Forklift Certification, Food Handler Certification, Technological Knowledge, Multitasking, Self-Motivated, Issue Resolution Skills

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

About CookUnity: Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, it has lost the power to nourish, inspire, and connect us. So in 2018, CookUnity was founded as the first-of-its-kind platform that connects the world with the source of truly great food: chefs. Today, CookUnity delivers 50 million meals a year from the industry’s best chefs to homes all over the country. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. And crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul. Unwilling to stop there, CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on our singular mission: empower Chefs to nourish the world. If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you’ve found the right job posting. An enthusiastic and committed associate, able to perform the essential multi-functions activities of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Manage yard operations by directing drivers’ movement, managing driver’s check-ins and check-outs, performing the trailer door process, maintaining yard safety, cleanliness and managing the delivery of recycling bags/ICE gel packs to 3rd Party. Key Responsibilities Include coordinating with drivers to ensure vehicles are positioned correctly for loading and unloading, communicating risks to leadership, and managing the flow of vehicles to optimize efficiency and on-time performance at Cook Unity facility. Vehicle and Truck Management: Directing vehicles and trucks traffic within the yard, ensuring proper positioning for loading, unloading, and dispatch. Trailer Door Process * (Ferguson) Managing the physical process of opening and closing trailer doors, which is essential for inventory management and associate access. Yard Operations & Traffic Flow: Monitoring and controlling the movement of vehicles to ensure a smooth and efficient flow of trailers through the yard. Safety and Housekeeping: Adhering to and enforcing safety procedures, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, and ensuring the yard is organized and hazard-free. Manage the bags and ice gel packs to get delivered to the 3rd Party company, ensuring the proper handling by drivers and Cook Unity associates. Communication: Liaising with drivers, internal teams, and site leadership to relay information, address potential risks, and resolve issues impacting yard operations. Inventory Management: Working with dock clerks and operations to ensure bags (orders) delivered to the drivers (3rd Party) are properly accounted for and signed out by the correct party. Required Skills and Attributes Strong communication skills to direct drivers and interact with internal teams, in both written and verbal (Spanish & English) Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment. A strong understanding of yard safety procedures and logistics. Organizational skills to maintain a clean and orderly yard. Ability to stay updated with safety regulations and industry standards. Overall enforcement of Yard and Dock Safety Procedures Management of vehicles in Yard and to Docks in compliance with site physical restrictions Keeping accurate records of vehicles arriving/leaving site and safety procedures carried out Prioritization of commercially important deliveries within Receive Liaison with Safety, Operations and Vendor Operations Review and implementation of changes as required to Checks and Audits concerning Yard and Docks Excellent attention to detail and methodical approach to work Problem Solving, and issue resolution skills Self-motivated & Ability to work under pressure Other related responsibilities as needed. Must haves… 18 years of age or older Authorization to work in the United States Able to work in cold environments (35° F to 41° F) Non-slip work shoes required Able to stand for extended periods Able to lift up to 50lb Bilingual: Spanish and English Previous experience in fulfillment or warehouse work Forklift certification Food Handler Certification Basic technological knowledge (Email and Apps) Shift Availability: SUN to WED 9:00am - 1:30pm Please note: Upon hire, training will take place at 1327 East 15th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021. Beginning December 4th, our new work location will be 5469 Ferguson Dr, Commerce, CA 90022. Compensation All final pay rates will be determined by candidates experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Pay Range for this position $17.87—$17.87 USD If you’re interested in this role, please submit your application, and if we think you might be a fit, we'll get in touch with you. Thank you for your time! CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community of inclusion and an environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability. A quick note for all candidates We’ve recently seen an increase in recruitment scams across the industry, and we want to make sure you (and your data) stay safe while applying to CookUnity. We also want you to know that we take this seriously — sometimes, as part of our process, we may ask for a brief “proof of humanity” to confirm that we’re connecting with a real person, not an impersonator. Here are a few tips to help you protect yourself and know what to expect from us: Apply only through our official channels. All open roles are listed on our official careers page: careers.cookunity.com Our recruiters are real people — and easy to verify. You can always find them on LinkedIn with verified profiles. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out to us on our official LinkedIn Company Page. We only communicate through official CookUnity channels. That means emails ending in @cookunity.com and interviews held through official company platforms (Google Meet or Zoom) — never WhatsApp, Telegram, or SMS. We’ll never ask for payment or personal financial details. If anyone does, please don’t share any information and let us know right away. If something ever feels off or you’re unsure about a message, we’d much rather you double-check with us. You can always contact us directly through any of our social media channels. We appreciate your interest in joining CookUnity — and we care about keeping your experience (and safety) as genuine as possible.

Responsibilities

The Fulfillment Team Member will manage yard operations, directing vehicle movements and ensuring safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include coordinating with drivers, managing the trailer door process, and maintaining cleanliness in the yard.