Full Time Van Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service Store LLC, located at 1817 Broad St Ste 117 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a prominent retail division of Gordon Food Service dedicated to providing an exceptional shopping experience to its diverse clientele. With over 170 stores across various regions, Gordon Food Service Store operates as a primary supplier for a range of customers including small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, and caterers. The company is well-known for its commitment to customer satisfaction, prioritizing a "Customer is King" environment that ensures superior service standards in the retail industry. The store operates Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM, with closures on major holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter. Employees benefit from competitive wages ranging between $18-20 per hour based on experience, along with a high internal promotion rate and access to comprehensive development programs that foster career growth and advancement within the company.

As a Van Delivery Driver at Gordon Food Service Store, the role centers around delivering products courteously, accurately, and on time along a daily variable route. The individual in this role plays a vital part in supporting both delivery operations and in-store functions. Operating the delivery van safely and professionally is essential, along with a focus on attention to detail and safe work habits. This position includes tasks such as locating and picking orders for wholesale customers, maintaining productive customer relationships, ensuring prompt deliveries, and performing daily vehicle inspections before and after trips. Additional in-store duties involve processing customer purchases accurately through the point of sale system, securing assets like cash and merchandise by adhering to company policies, and managing inventory by receiving and merchandising products. Employees also ensure proper product rotation and quality, manage end cap and planogram execution, and maintain the organization of the freezer, cooler, and backroom areas.

This position is ideal for individuals with at least one year of delivery driving experience and customer service or a related field. The role requires an unrestricted Standard Operators License, a clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in the last five years, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and use a two-wheel cart loaded up to 350 pounds safely. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and successfully pass pre-employment checks including a drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report. Gordon Food Service values its workforce and fosters an environment of respect, dignity, and equal opportunity. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process for individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, all locations maintain a tobacco-free and drug-free workplace environment, highlighting the organization’s commitment to employee health and safety. Joining Gordon Food Service Store means being part of an amazing culture where each employee’s contributions truly matter, offering opportunities for both personal and professional growth in a supportive setting.