Part Time Van Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is a leading retail division of Gordon Food Service, one of the largest foodservice distributors in North America. Located in Rockford, Illinois, this establishment boasts over 170 stores that serve small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, caterers, and more. The company's stores operate in a fast-paced retail environment that emphasizes a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, proudly championing a "Customer is King" philosophy. The Rockford store operates Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM and on Sundays from 9 AM to 6 PM, with holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter off, ensuring employees have time to celebrate important occasions with their families. Gordon Food Service offers competitive wages starting at $16 per hour and a high rate of internal promotion supported by comprehensive development programs, designed to help employees grow and advance within the company.

The role currently being offered is that of a Van Delivery Driver, which is a critical position ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of products to customers. This role involves a variable daily route that requires not only driving skills but also attention to detail, professionalism, and customer service expertise. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling deliveries courteously and efficiently, operating the delivery van safely, and helping with other store operations before or after completing delivery routes. The role demands excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to meet customer expectations. Additionally, the Van Delivery Driver has important in-store duties including accurately processing sales transactions, securing cash and merchandise, receiving and merchandising products, adhering to product rotation standards, and maintaining store organization. Employees in this position play a pivotal role in fostering long-term customer relationships by ensuring deliveries are accurate, timely, and customer-focused.

Gordon Food Service Store LLC also offers a robust benefits package that includes profit sharing and 401(k) plans, employee assistance programs, 24/7 mental health support, employee discounts, and additional discount programs. Eligible employees can access affordable health insurance options including prescription, dental and vision benefits, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and flexible scheduling. Moreover, the company provides a company note savings plan, a 12-week fully paid maternity leave, and free health management resources and programs. These benefits create a supportive work environment encouraging employee wellbeing and stability.

This position is ideal for individuals who have at least one year of delivery driving experience and prior customer service or related field experience. Candidates must possess an unrestricted standard operator's license, a clean driving record free of drug or alcohol offenses for the past five years, and be at least 18 years old. Physical capabilities such as the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and use a two-wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds are essential for this role. Candidates will also need to successfully pass pre-employment checks, including drug screening, criminal background checks, and motor vehicle reports. Working with Gordon Food Service is not only a job but an opportunity to be part of a culture that values its workforce and commits to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all qualified applicants without discrimination. The company enforces a tobacco-free and drug-free policy across all locations to promote health and safety in the workplace.