Delivery Driver

Sodexo; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering services company is seeking a dedicated individual to handle deliveries and logistics across school campuses. Responsibilities include ensuring timely deliveries, vehicle checks, and adherence to safety regulations. The ideal candidate must possess a full UK driving license, exhibit strong time management, and be able to perform physical tasks. The position includes extensive benefits such as wellbeing support, training opportunities, and retirement planning. Apply now to join a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Discounts

Financial Benefits

Retirement Planning

Career Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Full Training & Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• Must hold full UK current driving license for three years and be over 25.
• Good time management and organizational skills are necessary.
• Self-motivated and proactive for successful task completion.
• Physically capable of performing manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' orders are delivered and documented.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Adhere to daily delivery schedule and meet time slots.
• Drive company vehicle and comply with driving policy.
• Deliver food supplies and promote good company image.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Good time management

Self-motivated

Ability to perform manual handling tasks

Ability to work under pressure

Numerate and literate

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' orders are delivered, product quantities accounted for and documentation completed
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects
• Adhere to daily delivery schedule and meet customers time slots
• Drive a company vehicle and comply with Sodexo's driving policy and regulations
• Deliver food supplies to various locations across the school campus.
• Promote a friendly working relationship with colleagues and client staff
• Promote a good company image to customers and guests by using positive customer service practices.
• Liaise with Contract Manager, Senior Chef's and Supervisors
• Accept deliveries of stock ensuring they are correct and any damage or discrepancies are recorded
• Ensure that any orders are suitably packaged ready for delivery
• Keep accurate records of where stock is allocated around site.
• Ensure the safety and security of the stock.
• Complete frequent and accurate stock takes
• Report any complaints and act where possible
• Undertake occasional duties outside the normal routine but within the scope of the position and the departments activities.
• Comply with all company health and safety and food safety compliance rules and to report any issues.
• Maintain HACCAP records in the stores area and transportation

Irregular Duties

• Assist as required with driving that may occur outside of regular hours.
• Deliver and collect light equipment to various locations across the school campus.
• Report any incident of accident, fire, theft, loss damage and take action as may be appropriate or possible.
• Attend meetings and courses as required, and to complete any online training that is required for the role.
• Complete stock orders with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Must hold full UK current driving license for three years and be over 25 (legal requirement)
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Self-motivated and pro-active
• Ability to work in a role that requires physical effort and perform manual handling tasks
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually as needed
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Positive approach to learning in role and identifying own training needs as appropriate
• Numerate and Literate

Desirable

• Experience in similar role either in a stores/ warehouse capacity or kitchen/catering environment.

Benefits

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a company that values its people, apply now and start your journey with Sodexo.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening.

• Wellbeing Support - Access to mental health and wellness platforms, plus a 24/7 virtual GP.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support for legal, financial, and personal matters.
• Exclusive Discounts - Save on retail, travel, dining, and more through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme.
• Financial Benefits - Salary Finance Platform to help with money management and savings.
• Retirement Planning - Membership in the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Career Development - Learning and training opportunities to help you grow.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit while commuting.
• Volunteering Opportunities - Give back to your community with our support.
• Full Training & Uniform Provided - We set you up for success from day one.