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Catering Driver (FT)
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What they do
A Sales Delivery Driver drives a truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sells or delivers goods, such as food products, including restaurant take-out items, or pick up or deliver items such as commercial laundry. May also take orders, collect payment, or stock merchandise at point of delivery. Includes newspaper delivery drivers. Excludes gig economy drivers.
$37,650 / year median in New Jersey
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Our gourmet Store is seeking a Catering Driver for our busy Catering Department. Our Catering Driver's primary responsibility is to get the world's best gourmet food quickly and safely from the store to the customer's location. Catering Drivers are responsible for delivering all items and setting them up at the customer's requested location. This position requires the individual to operate our company vehicle according to all local, state and federal regulations and maintain the vehicle in a safe manner while carrying large quantities of food. (A CDL is NOT required for this position and a company SUV is provided for our food deliveries). Responsibilities The Catering Driver must operate our vehicles according to all local, state, and federal regulations and maintain a vehicle in a manner capable of carrying large quantities of food. Assist with in store pick-ups Tasks included packing orders, packing paper good tickets, preparing condiments Setting orders up to meet client expectations Will require working off premised events such as BBQ's, Omelets events, Weddings etc. (Pay differential) Deliver outstanding customer service Loading and unloading of catering equipment from vehicles Requirements Must be at least 19 years of age or older HS Degree or equivalent 2+ years of driving experience in addition to a minimum of one (1) year Delivery Driver experience Must have reliable transportation and driver's insurance Must be able to work varied hours / days and start shift at early hours Must work well in a fast paced environment Requires the ability to multitask and switch tasks quickly Must work well with other team members The ability to read, count and accurately complete documentation Valid NYS Drivers License Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K), 50% off lunch, 25% off in store shopping and more! Working Conditions Most of the time is spent moving about continuously on hard surfaces. There may be a need to frequently position oneself to examine and/or scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping. May require lifting objects up to 30 pounds. May require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 30 pounds with assistance. Usually in a comfortable indoor environment surrounded by moving machinery and/or loud equipment that may require shouting in order to be heard. There could be exposure to temperature extremes from freezers, ovens, and/or coolers. There may be occasional exposure to cleaning agents, sharp objects/industrial equipment necessary to perform job duties and functions.