Full Time Van Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is part of Gordon Food Service, a well-established company known for its extensive network of over 170 retail stores across the United States and Canada. Located at 200 Park East Blvd, Lafayette, IN, this retail division offers a unique blend of fast-paced retail environments paired with supportive work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth. Gordon Food Service Store is a primary supplier to a diverse range of customers including small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, and caterers. Their commitment to a "Customer is King" philosophy sets them apart in the retail food industry by focusing on exceptional customer service and satisfaction.

This position is a full-time role with competitive pay at $18 per hour, offering stable working hours from Monday through Saturday between 7AM and 8PM and Sunday from 9AM to 6PM. The company is closed on major holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Easter, allowing employees valuable time off during these key celebrations. Gordon Food Service Store encourages career advancement through a high internal promotion rate and development programs. Employees benefit from a comprehensive set of benefits and support programs, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

The role of a Van Delivery Driver at Gordon Food Service Store is essential for maintaining the company’s reputation for timely and accurate product delivery. Delivery drivers operate vans to transport products to customers along variable daily routes, ensuring courteous and professional service. This role requires safe driving habits, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Beyond driving, employees assist with in-store operations before or after completing their delivery routes, allowing for diverse work and involvement in various aspects of the store’s functioning.

Daily responsibilities include accurately locating and picking orders in-store for wholesale customers, maintaining good customer relationships, and ensuring timely deliveries of Gordon Food Service products. Drivers also perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections on their vehicles, ensuring the equipment’s safety and readiness. In-store duties include processing customer purchases accurately through the point of sale system and adhering to security policies involving cash and merchandise. Employees are also responsible for receiving and merchandising products, maintaining rotation and quality standards, and fulfilling planogram requirements to guarantee well-organized sales floors.

Qualified candidates for this role are those with at least one year of delivery driving experience as well as customer service experience, ensuring familiarity with the demands of professional delivery and consumer interaction. A valid, unrestricted Standard Operator’s License and a clean driving record are mandatory to uphold the company’s safety standards. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and able to successfully pass pre-employment screenings, including drug screening, criminal background checks, and motor vehicle record verification. The physical demands of the job include the ability to use a two-wheel cart to move loads of up to 350 pounds and lift weights up to 70 pounds, highlighting the need for physical fitness and stamina.

Gordon Food Service fosters an inclusive culture where employees’ concerns and contributions are valued. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities and actively ensures a respectful and dignified work environment for all individuals. To aid in the hiring process, reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities. This role offers competitive benefits such as profit sharing, 401(k) plans, employee assistance programs, mental health support, employees discounts, and comprehensive health insurance options. With its tobacco-free and drug-free workplace policies, Gordon Food Service Store demonstrates its dedication to a safe and healthy work environment for its team members.