Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $30.60
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Sign-On Bonus
wellness benefits
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a broadline distributor under Performance Food Group (PFG), is renowned for its pivotal role in America’s food distribution system. The company caters to a diverse clientele including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. PFG leverages a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry specialists who foster close and trusting relationships with each customer. This enables the company to go beyond merely delivering quality food — they provide expert advice on menu development, operational strategies, and product selection, helping independent restaurant owners and foodservice businesses achieve and grow their professional dreams. Performance Foodservice emphasizes a culture marked by safety, respect, inclusivity, and recognition. The company offers a safe and rewarding workplace environment where employees are valued and empowered to contribute to the essential functions of foodservice logistics and delivery.
The position of Food and Food Service Delivery Driver at Performance Foodservice is an integral role responsible for ensuring that food-related products are transported safely and timely to customers. Operating from the new warehouse located at 8600 Springdale Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63134, this role requires commitment to scheduled working hours primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays involving early morning shifts. The company offers a competitive pay package, including a remarkable $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, along with day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and many other comprehensive benefits.
Delivery Drivers for Performance Foodservice drive tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes. Duties include local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight deliveries, ensuring the secure and accurate transport of food products. Drivers uphold strict Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies to maintain the highest safety and operational standards. Beyond logistics, the driver serves as the face of the company, building positive relationships with customers through professional interactions, timely deliveries, and excellent service.
The role demands proficiency in vehicle inspection, safety compliance, cargo handling, meticulous paperwork management, and customer service. Drivers perform pre-and post-trip inspections, monitor and report any safety or mechanical concerns, ensure freight is properly loaded and secured, and verify deliveries with customers upon arrival. They also handle cash or check transactions when necessary, manage customer returns, and maintain cleanliness and order of equipment and trailers. Work schedules often require flexibility and adherence to Federal and state regulations for logging hours of service and maintaining valid health certifications.
Performance Foodservice fosters growth opportunities within the company, supporting employee development in a stable, inclusive, and progressive work culture. By joining this team, an individual steps into an essential role contributing not only to the company’s success but also to the broader community’s access to quality food products. Dedicated drivers at Performance Foodservice experience a rewarding career path with numerous benefits and the chance to be part of a nationally respected foodservice distribution network.
The position of Food and Food Service Delivery Driver at Performance Foodservice is an integral role responsible for ensuring that food-related products are transported safely and timely to customers. Operating from the new warehouse located at 8600 Springdale Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63134, this role requires commitment to scheduled working hours primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays involving early morning shifts. The company offers a competitive pay package, including a remarkable $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, along with day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and many other comprehensive benefits.
Delivery Drivers for Performance Foodservice drive tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes. Duties include local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight deliveries, ensuring the secure and accurate transport of food products. Drivers uphold strict Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies to maintain the highest safety and operational standards. Beyond logistics, the driver serves as the face of the company, building positive relationships with customers through professional interactions, timely deliveries, and excellent service.
The role demands proficiency in vehicle inspection, safety compliance, cargo handling, meticulous paperwork management, and customer service. Drivers perform pre-and post-trip inspections, monitor and report any safety or mechanical concerns, ensure freight is properly loaded and secured, and verify deliveries with customers upon arrival. They also handle cash or check transactions when necessary, manage customer returns, and maintain cleanliness and order of equipment and trailers. Work schedules often require flexibility and adherence to Federal and state regulations for logging hours of service and maintaining valid health certifications.
Performance Foodservice fosters growth opportunities within the company, supporting employee development in a stable, inclusive, and progressive work culture. By joining this team, an individual steps into an essential role contributing not only to the company’s success but also to the broader community’s access to quality food products. Dedicated drivers at Performance Foodservice experience a rewarding career path with numerous benefits and the chance to be part of a nationally respected foodservice distribution network.
Job Requirements
- 6+ months commercial driving experience
- High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
- Valid CDL A
- Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements
- Must be 21 years of age
- Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
- Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- Pass road test
- Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
- Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
- Product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location
Job Qualifications
- 6+ months commercial driving experience
- High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
- Valid CDL A
- Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
- Must be 21 years of age
- Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
- Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- Pass road test
- Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
- Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
- Product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location
Job Duties
- Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner
- Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company
- Performs all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
- Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required
- Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
- Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
- Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded
- Checks and completes in an accurate and legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight
- Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed
- Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
- Unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas
- Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contacts supervisor about removing orders according to company policy
- Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
- Collects money (cash or checks) where required
- Loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors
- Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured
- Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork
- Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
- Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required
- At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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