Part Time Van Delivery Driver

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is a reputable retail division of Gordon Food Service, operating over 170 stores primarily servicing small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, caterers, and more. Located at 641 S Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY, this company is known for offering competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and nurture its employees. The working environment is dynamic and fast-paced, incorporating the essential values of customer service and operational efficiency. Gordon Food Service Store provides employees with opportunities for advancement and development programs to cultivate talent within the organization. The store maintains convenient hours from Monday through Saturday, 7 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM, ensuring ample availability to meet customer demands. Notably, the store is closed on major holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter, allowing employees important personal time off.

As a Van Delivery Driver at Gordon Food Service Store, you will play a critical role in maintaining the company's commitment to customer satisfaction by ensuring timely, accurate, and professional delivery services. The role requires operating a delivery van safely and efficiently while managing a daily variable route with a focus on courteous customer interactions. Beyond the driving responsibilities, you will also assist with in-store operations such as order picking, merchandise receiving, and customer transactions as needed. This dual responsibility makes the position both versatile and integral to the smooth running of the store and fulfillment of customer orders.

Your daily tasks will include accurately locating and preparing orders for wholesale customers, building strong customer relationships through excellent service, and ensuring all deliveries meet the company’s high standards for accuracy and timeliness. Vehicle maintenance is also part of your role, with daily pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safety and reliability. Inside the store, you will efficiently process customer purchases, maintain the security of assets like cash and merchandise, receive and merchandise products, and keep the store organized according to planograms and quality standards, ensuring the shopping environment is welcoming and well-stocked.

Gordon Food Service is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. They maintain a tobacco-free and drug-free environment and emphasize safety and wellness through their programs. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a clean driving record, and successfully pass pre-employment screenings including drug tests, criminal background checks, and motor vehicle reports. Physical requirements include the ability to use a two-wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds and lift up to 70 pounds, reflecting the physically active nature of this role.

Overall, a career as a Van Delivery Driver at Gordon Food Service Store LLC offers a robust blend of customer service, delivery operations, and retail support, backed by strong company values, growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates who thrive are those who are detail-oriented, reliable, and customer-focused, with the flexibility to support both delivery and in-store activities.