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Full Time Van Delivery Driver

Job Overview

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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
Paid Maternity Leave
Health management resources

Job Description

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is the retail arm of Gordon Food Service, a leading foodservice distribution company with over 170 stores. Located at 454 E Edgewood Blvd, Lansing, MI, this store operates as a critical supplier for a diverse customer base including small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, and caterers. The company prides itself on providing a dynamic retail environment that balances a fast-paced work setting with opportunities for personal and professional growth. It emphasizes a customer-first philosophy, aiming to create a "Customer is King" environment that sets the industry standard for customer satisfaction. Employment at Gordon Food Service Store LLC offers competitive wages with weekly pay, and the store operates from Monday through Saturday between 7 AM and 8 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM. The store is closed on key holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter, allowing employees valuable time off to celebrate with their families.

As a Van Delivery Driver for Gordon Food Service Store LLC, you will play a vital role in maintaining customer satisfaction by ensuring timely, accurate, and courteous delivery service. Your responsibilities will include safely operating a delivery van on variable routes, performing pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and equipment, and assisting with store operations outside of your deliveries. The role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards, demonstrating professionalism at all times. Besides delivering products, the role involves tasks inside the store such as accurately processing customer purchases, managing product receipt and merchandising, executing product rotation, and maintaining the organization of displays, freezers, coolers, and the backroom.

This position suits individuals with a passion for customer service and logistics, possessing excellent driving skills and the ability to manage physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 70 pounds and using a two-wheel cart with loads weighing up to 350 pounds. The company provides a supportive and inclusive work culture, demonstrating commitment to employees’ growth through high rates of internal promotion and development programs. Additional employee benefits include profit sharing, a 401(k) plan, employee assistance programs, mental health support, and employee discounts. Eligible employees can also access comprehensive health insurance, prescription, dental and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid maternity leave, and health management resources.

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a work environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status. The company maintains a tobacco-free and drug-free workplace, underlining its commitment to a safe, healthy, and professional working environment. This role is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals seeking a rewarding career in a respected retail food service company with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive employee support.

Job Requirements

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years old
  • successfully pass pre-employment checks including a drug screen, criminal background check and motor vehicle report (MVR)
  • unrestricted standard operators license required
  • must have a clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in the last 5 years
  • able to use a two-wheel cart with a load weighing up to 350 pounds
  • able to lift up to 70 lbs

Job Qualifications

  • At least 1 year previous delivery driving experience and one year in customer service or related field preferred
  • unrestricted standard operators license required
  • must have a clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in the last 5 years
  • must be able to use a two-wheel cart with a load weighing up to 350 pounds
  • able to lift up to 70 lbs

Job Duties

  • Accurately locate and pick orders in-store for wholesale customers
  • build and maintain good customer relationships
  • keep our customer happy with accurate, timely deliveries of GFS products
  • perform daily pre/post trip inspection 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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