Part Time Van Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is the retail division of Gordon Food Service, a leading foodservice distributor with over 170 stores across North America. Located at 3723 US Highway 98 N, Lakeland, FL, this store division operates in the retail sector, catering primarily to small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, caterers, and many other customers who rely on their extensive product selection and high level of customer service. Gordon Food Service places strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, championing a "Customer is King" mindset, which has helped the company set the standard in the retail foodservice industry.

Working at Gordon Food Service Store offers a unique balance between the fast pace of retail and the opportunity for personal development and career growth. The company ensures a supportive work environment with competitive wages, starting at $15 per hour for the Van Delivery Driver position, and a strong weekend availability requirement to meet the demands of its business hours, which run Monday through Saturday from 7 AM to 8 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM. Employees enjoy holidays off including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Easter, providing valuable time to rest and spend with loved ones.

The role of Van Delivery Driver at Gordon Food Service Store is integral to the smooth operation of the business and customer satisfaction. The position entails courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of products along a variable daily route. Drivers operate the company van professionally and safely, maintaining vehicle inspection routines and demonstrating attention to detail and work safety. Beyond delivery duties, the role also includes assisting with store operations before and after completing the route, which contributes to the seamless customer experience in-store.

Daily responsibilities include accurately locating and picking orders within the store for wholesale customers and building and maintaining positive customer relationships to ensure satisfaction. Drivers perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and follow protocols to safeguard products and equipment. In-store duties involve processing customer purchases efficiently and securely, merchandise receiving and rotation, product quality assurance, merchandising according to planograms, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in storage areas including freezer and cooler sections.

Gordon Food Service Store values its workforce and provides numerous benefits, demonstrating a commitment to employees’ well-being and career advancement through internal promotion rates and development programs. The compensation package includes profit sharing and 401(k) plans, employee discounts in-store, mental health support through ComPsych available 24/7, and employee assistance programs.

Eligible employees also have access to affordable health insurance options including prescription, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off and flexible scheduling, child and elder care support through Bright Horizons, company note savings program, paid maternity leave, and health management resources. The company fosters an inclusive, respectful, and drug-free work environment, supporting diversity and equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. Gordon Food Service Store is tobacco-free, ensuring a healthy workplace for all employees.