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FOOD TRANSPORTER/DELIVERY DRIVER (FULL TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $24.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Eurest is a global leader specializing in foodservice management, recognized for its high standards of service and excellence throughout the industry. As a division of Compass Group, one of the world’s largest and most respected foodservice companies, Eurest commits to fostering an ownership mindset while leveraging global resources to deliver locally relevant and impactful foodservice solutions. The company's dedication to connecting people, inspiring through food, creating solutions, and living its promise is central to its operational philosophy. Serving many Fortune 500 companies, Eurest emphasizes inclusivity and diversity of thought to drive its success. The company operates across various sectors providing customized foodservice solutions that integrate quality, food safety, sustainability, and innovation.

This role is for a full-time Food Transporter/Delivery Driver based at the HLS St. Elizabeth location in Washington, DC. The position operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 am to 2:00 pm, offering competitive compensation ranging from $24.00 to $25.00 per hour. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior driving experience in the DMV area who is interested in a stable, rewarding career in foodservice logistics. Eurest values employees who maintain high standards of professionalism, safety, and customer service.

The Food Transporter/Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of food, supplies, and other products to various units and service areas. The role involves picking up requisitioned supplies and completed production orders, verifying inventory, loading and unloading goods securely and orderly, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety guidelines. Special attention is given to maintaining the quality of hot and cold food items during transport according to company and regulatory standards.

Additionally, the individual in this role will ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the delivery vehicle, collaborate closely with staging clerks, and handle rejected or unsold merchandise properly. Providing quality customer service is paramount, requiring interaction with coworkers and clients to uphold the company’s service standards. The successful candidate will embody Eurest’s core values by demonstrating responsibility, reliability, and an ownership mindset in a dynamic foodservice environment.

Eurest offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, wellness programs, and various voluntary benefits. The company supports its employees through programs like flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and paid time off aligned with federal and local regulations. Candidates are encouraged to apply online, and the company promotes an inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunity employment. This position requires a valid state driver’s license, previous driving experience, and where required, a valid food handler’s permit. Eurest’s hiring process emphasizes transparency and continuous opportunities, with internal referral bonuses available and ongoing application acceptance until positions are filled.

Joining Eurest as a Food Transporter/Delivery Driver means becoming part of a team dedicated to excellence in foodservice delivery, community enrichment, and professional growth within a respected global company that values safety, quality, and diversity.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • valid state driver's license
  • previous driving experience within the DMV area
  • valid food handler's permit where required
  • ability to lift and carry loads as necessary
  • ability to work Monday through Friday from 5:00 am to 2:00 pm
  • ability to follow sanitation and safety guidelines
  • reliable and punctual
  • good communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Must have a valid state driver's license
  • valid food handler's permit where required
  • previous driving experience within the DMV area
  • able to ensure safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions
  • basic knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines
  • excellent customer service skills
  • ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance
  • good inventory management skills

Job Duties

  • Picks up requisitioned supplies from staging clerk
  • receives completed production orders from staging clerk
  • inventories items to ensure completion of production orders
  • loads orders onto truck with assistance of staging clerks in a safe orderly manner
  • unloads requisitioned materials at delivery site
  • follows sanitation and safety guidelines when handling food and equipment
  • ensures hot and cold food items are kept in compliance with company standards and meet all sanitation and safety requirements
  • collects empty containers and rejected or unsold merchandise
  • responsible for general cleanliness of assigned vehicle
  • performs routine maintenance on truck
  • interacts with coworkers to ensure company service standards
  • provides quality customer service via one-on-one attention to detail
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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