Meals Operational Delivery Staff x2

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Bristol is seeking a part-time Meals Operational Delivery Driver to deliver meals and check on the wellbeing of citizens. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer service background and knowledge of the care sector. This role involves working on a rota that includes weekends and bank holidays. The council offers a supportive work environment and a generous rewards package.

Benefits

Local Government Pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a customer-focused environment.
• Knowledge of the care sector is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hot meals and ensure customer safety and wellbeing.
• Work on a rota including weekends and bank holidays.
• Support citizens to maintain their independence.

Skills

Customer service experience

Knowledge of the care sector

Teamwork

Independent working

Flexible approach

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Permanent Part Time 20 hours per week working on a rota basis, Shift hours are 10.30am - 14:30pm. This includes alternative weekends and some bank holidays.

Several opportunities have arisen to join the Community Meals Service as a Meals Operational Delivery Driver.

You will join a diverse and friendly team of people who are committed to making sure that our customers receive a quality service. You will be part of the Citywide effort to support citizens to remain as independent as possible by ensuring they are provided a hot nutritious meal and by checking on their safety and wellbeing.

We are looking for people who have experience of working in a customer focused environment, have knowledge of the care sector, and able to work independently and within a team. As we are part of the Council's emergency contingency plan a flexible and positive approach is essential.

If you are looking for a position which helps to support people in your community, are highly motivated, reliable and able to work well under pressure, this could be the position for you.

You must hold a full driving licence for use in the UK.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive a generous rewards package including a membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

Shortlisting will take place Mid August 2025.

Interviews will be conducted week commencing 27th August 2025.

Any questions for this post please contact Debbie Edmund on

Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.

Permanent Part Time 20 hours per week working on a rota basis, Shift hours are 10.30am - 14:30pm. This includes alternative weekends and some bank holidays.

Several opportunities have arisen to join the Community Meals Service as a Meals Operational Delivery Driver.

You will join a diverse and friendly team of people who are committed to making sure that our customers receive a quality service. You will be part of the Citywide effort to support citizens to remain as independent as possible by ensuring they are provided a hot nutritious meal and by checking on their safety and wellbeing.

We are looking for people who have experience of working in a customer focused environment, have knowledge of the care sector, and able to work independently and within a team. As we are part of the Council's emergency contingency plan a flexible and positive approach is essential.

If you are looking for a position which helps to support people in your community, are highly motivated, reliable and able to work well under pressure, this could be the position for you.

You must hold a full driving licence for use in the UK.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive a generous rewards package including a membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

Shortlisting will take place Mid August 2025.

Interviews will be conducted week commencing 27th August 2025.

Any questions for this post please contact Debbie Edmund on

Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.