Driver

Paul Rhodes Bakery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with growth opportunities

Free & discounted bakery products

Shop discount

Referral bonus of £500

Cycle to work scheme

Paid breaks

Job summary

Paul Rhodes Bakery is seeking a skilled Delivery Driver to join their team for nighttime delivery of freshly baked goods across London. This role is crucial for ensuring that high-quality handcrafted products reach customers safely and on time.

The successful candidate will operate company vehicles, navigate efficiently, and work a rotating schedule with shifts starting between 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM. The position offers competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and a variety of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a clean UK/EU driving licence.
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Navigate through London for multi-drop deliveries.
• Safely operate and maintain company vehicles.
• Collaborate with the transport team for smooth operations.

Skills

Clean UK/EU driving licence

Detail-oriented

Multi-drop delivery experience

Team player

Safety-conscious

Job description

Founded by former Michelin‑starred chef Paul Rhodes in 2003, Paul Rhodes Bakery has built a strong reputation as the go‑to supplier of quality handcrafted sourdoughs, cakes and pastries in the capital. Paul’s ambition when he started the bakery was simple: to provide London’s busy chefs with the best handcrafted bread, made from the finest ingredients possible and traditional techniques. Today, as the bakery heads towards twenty‑five years in business, the goal remains the same and this ambition underpins everything we do. We have both a wholesale business supplying some of London’s top restaurants, hotels, cafés, and entertainment venues, as well as our local retail bakery shop, based a ten‑minute walk up the road in Greenwich Market. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success. At Paul Rhodes Bakery, we believe in nurturing talent. By joining our company, you’ll have the chance to work with experienced professionals, learn valuable skills, and be part of a friendly, supportive environment.

Job Overview

NOTE: THIS ROLE IS FOR NIGHT TIME DRIVING WITH SHIFTS STARTING BETWEEN 1:00AM and 5:00AM. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CAN WORK THESE SHIFTS.

We are looking for skilled Delivery Drivers to join our team and help deliver freshly baked goods across London. You will play an essential role in ensuring our handcrafted products reach our customers safely and on time, while representing the care and craftsmanship that goes into everything we make.

Key Responsibilities

• Confidently navigate through London and the M25 area for multi‑drop deliveries, including some longer routes that extend slightly beyond the M25.
• Safely operate and maintain company vehicles, adhering to all road and safety regulations. Work with third‑party representatives of our existing customers in loading bays, including those with heightened security protocols, complex loading configurations, and detailed instructions.
• Plan routes efficiently to meet delivery deadlines while managing time effectively.
• Collaborate with our transport team to ensure smooth daily operations and exceptional customer service.

What We’re Looking For

• A driver with a clean UK/EU driving licence.
• Experience in multi‑drop deliveries is advantageous.
• A safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented individual who takes pride in their work.
• A team player who is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to delivering excellence.
• Comfortable with early morning shifts starting anywhere between 1am and 5am and working on a rotating schedule.

Hours

35‑40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including weekends and bank holidays).

Location

• Paul Rhodes Bakery, SE10 9PJ (Greenwich, London)
• Candidates must reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

Benefits

• Earn competitive pay with opportunities for growth through our structured pay scale. As you advance, you can take on responsibilities such as Driver Trainer, Multi‑Drop Driver, or Lead Driver roles.
• Overtime opportunities available for those who want to earn more.
• Free & discounted bakery products: take home the freshest bread, pastries, and more every day.
• Shop discount: enjoy exclusive employee discounts on all products at our Greenwich shop.
• Free birthday cake of your choice.
• Company events: join your colleagues for fun summer and winter social events.
• Referral bonus: earn a £500 bonus for bringing new talent into our growing team.
• Cycle to work scheme: convenient commuting options for you.
• Additional holiday allowance to reward length of service.
• Paid breaks.

Paul Rhodes is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. For individuals who would like to request accommodation throughout the hiring process, please contact HR at: [e-mail].

Compensation: To be discussed