Class A Delivery Driver Trainee

Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline distributor under the Performance Food Group (PFG) umbrella, renowned for its distinct and close-knit relationships with a diverse range of local customers. These customers include independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries, each benefiting from the company’s personalized and expert approach. Performance Foodservice thrives by connecting a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and various industry professionals who work closely with clients to provide tailored advice on operational improvement, innovative menu development, strategic product selection, and effective operational strategies. This comprehensive support system positions Performance Foodservice not just as a distributor but as a critical partner helping independent restaurant owners realize their ambitions and grow their businesses. The company’s commitment to quality extends beyond just delivering food — it offers a holistic approach to fostering customer success and industry excellence.

The Driver Trainee role at Performance Foodservice serves as an essential entry point for individuals aiming to advance within the food distribution sector. This position is designed to provide hands-on training and practical experience behind the wheel of tractor trailers or straight trucks, undertaking intrastate and interstate routes. These routes cover local deliveries, over-the-road (OTR) journeys, shuttle runs, and overnight assignments, ensuring consistent and timely delivery of various food and related products to a wide customer base. The role also emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols, company policies, and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, underscoring a culture of responsibility, safety, and professionalism.

Employees in this role benefit from a competitive salary ranging between $85,000 and $100,000 annually after completing training, coupled with a Monday through Saturday work schedule with varying shift times that include dispatches between 10 pm and 5 am. Performance Foodservice also fosters an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are recognized and rewarded, contributing to an environment that values teamwork and individual growth. The Driver Trainee will engage extensively with customers, vendors, and colleagues, consistently delivering excellent customer service and performing duties with the utmost care and accuracy. The position presents hands-on experience as well as growth opportunities within a key sector of America’s food distribution system.

Furthermore, Performance Foodservice offers comprehensive benefits including day-one health and wellness coverage, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K with employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off, all contributing to the company’s dedication to employee well-being and career development. Individuals looking for a dynamic and supportive environment to start or grow their driving careers in the foodservice distribution industry will find this role highly rewarding and impactful.