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Full Time Van Delivery Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Profit sharing
401(k) Plan
Employee Assistance Programs
mental health support
Employee Discounts
Health Insurance
prescription insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
flex time
Child and elder care support
Company Note Savings Program
Paid Maternity Leave
Health management resources

Job Description

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is a prominent retail division of Gordon Food Service, one of the largest foodservice distributors in North America. Located at 2064 S Miller Pkwy, Milwaukee, WI, this establishment operates over 170 stores primarily serving small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, caterers, and various other customers. Known for its commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and competitive wages, Gordon Food Service Store combines the excitement and fast pace of retail with an inclusive work environment that supports work-life balance and fosters employee development. The company prides itself on a culture where the customer is always a priority, promoting an environment that champions the "Customer is King" mentality and sets the bar for customer satisfaction in the retail industry. They ensure their employees have holidays off on significant days such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter, allowing for time to rest and recharge.

The role being advertised is for a Van Delivery Driver, a vital position responsible for ensuring courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of products along a variable daily route. This position demands professionalism and safe driving practices, reflecting Gordon Food Service's high standards for safety and customer service. Drivers are expected to perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and assist in store operations before and after delivery routes to maintain operational efficiency. Beyond driving, the role includes locating and picking orders accurately for wholesale customers, building and maintaining strong customer relationships, and ensuring timely deliveries. Inside the store, responsibilities extend to processing customer purchases accurately at the point of sale, safeguarding the security of cash and merchandise, as well as receiving and merchandising products with an emphasis on quality, product rotation, and store organization. The store hours run Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM, with weekly pay made available for employees. This schedule provides ample opportunities for work-life integration.

Gordon Food Service Store offers a supportive environment with advancement opportunities and high internal promotion rates, supported by various development programs. The benefits package includes profit sharing and a 401(k) plan, employee assistance programs including 24/7 mental health support via ComPsych, and employee discounts. Eligible employees can also access affordable health insurance, prescription, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance for the short and long term, paid time off including flexible scheduling, child and elder care support programs, and other wellness resources. This comprehensive benefit structure underlines the company’s dedication to employee well-being and career growth.

If you are someone who values customer service, safety, and reliability, and seeks an opportunity to grow within a company that values its workforce and customers alike, this Van Delivery Driver role at Gordon Food Service Store LLC presents an excellent career opportunity.

Job Requirements

  • At least 1 year previous delivery driving experience
  • At least 1 year customer service or related field experience
  • Unrestricted standard operators license
  • Clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in the last 5 years
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Ability to use a two-wheel cart with a load weighing up to 350 pounds
  • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
  • Successfully pass pre-employment checks including drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report

Job Qualifications

  • At least 1 year previous delivery driving experience preferred
  • At least 1 year customer service or related field experience preferred
  • Unrestricted standard operators license required
  • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
  • Ability to use a two-wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in the last 5 years

Job Duties

  • Accurately locate and pick orders in-store for wholesale customers
  • Build and maintain good customer relationships
  • Keep customers happy with accurate and timely deliveries of GFS products
  • Perform daily pre and post trip inspections of vehicle and equipment
  • Ensure accurate and efficient processing of customer purchases through the point of sale
  • Ensure security of assets including cash, checks, and merchandise by following policies and procedures
  • Accurately receive and merchandise products, ensuring proper rotation and product quality, end cap and planogram execution, top stock, freezer, cooler, and backroom organization

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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