Delivery Driver

Nashville, TN, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
room to grow
hands-on training
Early Finish
No traffic jams
team environment
inclusive workplace

Job Description

Ugly Bagel is a fast-growing bakery company headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, known for its diverse range of freshly baked bagels, cream cheeses, compound butters, and signature sauces. The company prides itself on quality, consistency, and community engagement, operating multiple retail store locations throughout the Nashville area. As a beloved local brand, Ugly Bagel combines culinary creativity with a commitment to excellent customer service and efficient operations.

This job opening is for a dynamic and dependable Delivery Driver and Production Prep Specialist to join the Ugly Bagel team. This unique role requires an individual who thrives on early mornings, enjoys the independence of solo driving, and is eager to contribute hands-on in a bustling bakery kitchen. The employee will play a central part in ensuring that fresh bagels and other delectable products reach store locations punctually before their 7am opening. Beyond the critical delivery responsibilities, the successful candidate will also engage in kitchen production tasks, including mixing cream cheeses, preparing sauces and compound butters, and learning the craft of bagel rolling. This balance of duties supports the seamless connection between Ugly Bagel's centralized production kitchen and its retail stores.

The position is based at the UBDC Production Kitchen in Franklin, Tennessee, with daily delivery routes covering multiple stores. The schedule adheres to early mornings, with deliveries needing to be completed before store openings at 7am, followed by prep work through the morning and midday, with some flexibility based on production and catering requirements. Compensation begins at $16 per hour, dependent on experience, and the role offers an excellent opportunity to build practical bakery production skills and grow within the company as it expands.

Performing this role requires someone who is meticulous about following established procedures, observant of product quality, and proactive in communication with store managers and management. Duties include safe and careful handling of products to ensure they arrive in pristine condition, accurate verification of delivery orders, adherence to food safety and temperature regulations, and maintenance of vehicle cleanliness and readiness. After completing delivery routes, the individual will shift to production prep, where attention to recipe consistency and kitchen cleanliness is essential. The role offers hands-on training and growth potential in baking techniques like bagel rolling.

Joining Ugly Bagel means becoming part of a team that balances a no-nonsense approach to high-quality food production with an enjoyable and supportive workplace culture, emphasizing reliability, teamwork, and continuous learning. Early morning hours mean fewer traffic challenges and a chance to make a meaningful impact before most of Nashville begins its day. For those who are enthusiastic about food, community, and teamwork, this role offers a unique blend of driving and culinary experience in a thriving local business setting.

Job Requirements

  • valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
  • ability to work early morning hours typically 4am-5am start times
  • physical ability to lift 50 plus lbs repeatedly and load/unload product
  • strong attention to detail for order accuracy, recipe consistency, and product handling
  • comfortable splitting the day between driving and hands-on kitchen prep work, standing for extended periods
  • good communication skills and a team-first attitude

Job Qualifications

  • valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
  • ability to work early morning hours typically 4am-5am start times
  • physical ability to lift 50 plus lbs repeatedly and load/unload product
  • strong attention to detail for order accuracy, recipe consistency, and product handling
  • comfortable splitting the day between driving and hands-on kitchen prep work, standing for extended periods
  • good communication skills and a team-first attitude
  • previous delivery, route driving, or food distribution experience preferred
  • familiarity with the Franklin, Nashville, and Mt. Juliet area preferred
  • food handler certification or willingness to obtain one preferred
  • kitchen, bakery, or food production experience preferred including cream cheese mixing, sauce making, or dough handling

Job Duties

  • load, transport, and deliver fresh bagels, cream cheese, compound butters, and sauces from UBDC to all store locations
  • complete deliveries on schedule so every store is stocked and ready before their 7am opening
  • follow established routes and delivery procedures, and communicate proactively if anything threatens the timeline
  • support catering deliveries and special orders as needed
  • load and unload product carefully to prevent damage
  • verify delivery accuracy against production sheets and order counts at both loading and drop-off
  • maintain proper food handling and temperature practices during transport
  • flag any quality concerns to the Bakery Manager before product leaves the kitchen
  • mix cream cheese flavors, prepare sauces, and make compound butters to recipe
  • follow Ugly Bagel recipes and batch procedures exactly for consistency
  • learn bagel rolling and other production skills as you grow into the role
  • label, date, and store prepped product properly, and keep your prep station clean
  • help with packing and staging the next day’s orders as needed
  • conduct daily vehicle checks and report maintenance needs
  • keep the delivery vehicle clean and organized inside and out
  • handle crates, racks, and delivery equipment responsibly and return them to UBDC
  • check in with store managers at each drop-off and relay any needs, shortages, or issues back to the Bakery Manager
  • document deliveries accurately including times, counts, and signatures as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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