Delivery Driver- Santa Cruz Sunday and Wed 430pm-10pm (62544)

Thistle is a pioneering food-tech startup established in 2013, dedicated to promoting health and sustainability through its innovative plant-forward meal delivery service. As an organization, Thistle focuses on delivering ready-to-eat meals, snacks, and juices that prioritize plant-based ingredients, helping customers enhance their personal health while contributing to a more sustainable food system. The company operates through a convenient subscription model, allowing customers to receive nutritious meals directly at their doorsteps, empowering them to seamlessly incorporate more plants into their daily diets. Thistle’s mission centers on creating a positive impact on both individual wellness and the environment, leveraging technology and thoughtful food preparation to meet the growing demand for healthy, sustainable food options.

The role of a Delivery Driver at Thistle is integral to fulfilling this mission, serving as the final link in the chain that connects customers with their fresh, plant-forward meals. Working in the Logistics Department and reporting directly to the Logistics Supervisor, the Delivery Driver ensures that customers receive their orders timely and accurately, embodying the company’s values of quality, reliability, and care. The position offers competitive hourly wages starting at $20.00, with opportunities for increased earnings through a wage escalator and tips, making it an attractive role for those seeking flexible work in a dynamic, values-driven environment.

Delivery Drivers are responsible for representing Thistle at the customer's doorstep, ensuring that meal deliveries meet the high standards the company upholds. Drivers are expected to manage multiple deliveries within their scheduled shifts efficiently, utilizing mobile technology for routing and customer communication. The role requires a reliable vehicle capable of transporting multiple medium-sized bags of meals and beverages, a valid driver's license, and proof of valid insurance. Drivers should be comfortable with a flexible schedule that may include evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Beyond just transport, the Delivery Driver also manages logistical tasks such as collecting return bags and ice packs for reuse, maintaining clear communication with dispatch to keep routes smooth and punctual, and following all safety and operational protocols diligently. The position provides reimbursement for mileage and cell phone use, reflecting the company’s commitment to supporting its workforce financially. Moreover, Thistle processes payroll biweekly and offers an enrollment option for Tapcheck, allowing drivers early access to earned wages within 24 hours after each shift.

Thistle embraces a culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively fostering an environment where all employees feel welcome and valued. The company’s hiring practices reflect this commitment, focusing on recruiting talented individuals from a wide spectrum of backgrounds without discrimination. This inclusive culture, combined with the company’s focus on health, sustainability, and community well-being, positions Thistle as not only an employer but a movement toward better food and better living through plant-forward nutrition.