Customer Delivery Driver Supermarket Assistant

John Lewis Partnership; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Customer Delivery Driver to ensure quality service and timely deliveries. This role involves preparing for daily deliveries, loading and checking routes, and representing the brand with excellent customer service. You'll also assist in shopkeeping tasks when not on the road, contributing to a friendly environment. If you have a valid driving license, strong customer service skills, and enjoy working independently, this part-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to engage with customers and support the team.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Strong customer service and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deliveries and check routes for the day.
• Load the van and ensure orders are organized for delivery.
• Support the shop team with stock replenishment.

Skills

B-Category UK manual driving licence

Customer service skills

Time management

Physical handling skills

Self-motivation

IT literacy

Job description

Apply on JLP Jobs - the official careers website for John Lewis Partnership, John Lewis & Partners, and Waitrose & Partners.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be 18 years or older.

Key Responsibilities

1. Start your day in store, preparing for deliveries.
2. Check your delivery routes for the day.
3. Load and prepare your van, ensuring all orders are organized for efficient delivery.
4. Complete vehicle safety checks, maintaining road compliance, health, and safety standards.
5. Represent the Waitrose brand on the road with excellent customer service.
6. Assist customers with their shopping and build rapport based on trust and service.
7. Support the wider shop team with general shopkeeping tasks when required.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Full valid B-Category UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting crates and moving cages.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, able to work independently.
• IT literate.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Previous experience in a driving role.
• Knowledge of chilled vehicles.

As a Customer Delivery Driver, you'll bring quality Waitrose produce and Partner-led service directly to customers' doors, embodying our ethos - passionate Partners serving food lovers.

When not on the road, you'll support the shop team with stock replenishment and housekeeping, contributing to a friendly and efficient shop environment.

Part-time hours of 16.5 per week across seven days, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, between 06:00 - 22:00.