Picker/Driver

Tesco; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and drink wholesaler in Canterbury is seeking a Van Driver to ensure timely deliveries and excellent customer service. The role involves picking and dispatching goods, loading, and unloading stock. Candidates must have a full driving license and a positive attitude toward customer service. This position offers various employee discounts and benefits after three months of service.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Colleague discount card at Tesco

Free eye tests

Health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates

Life Assurance coverage

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• A full driving license is required.
• Must have a can-do attitude and a passion for customer service.
• Punctuality and professionalism are essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking and dispatch of goods using handheld terminal.
• Check quality and shelf life of products.
• Provide high standards of customer service during deliveries.
• Load and unload stock at the branch and customer premises.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Booker • Broad Oak Road CANTERBURY • Apply by 10-Oct-2025

Overtime opportunities also available

Within this role you will have the opportunity as a permanent member of the team to join our delivery team.

You will join the business as a Van driver with a mix of duties, including picking for the delivery team which includes supporting the delivered operation in achieving first class customer service.

You will need a full driving license to be considered for this role.

Our drivers are the beating heart of our business and you will play a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time and with a great service.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the accurate picking and dispatch of goods by picking against a hand held terminal and advising Manager of any differences.
• Checking quality, shelf life and ensuring packaging is robust in preparation for Delivery.
• Responsible for providing a high standard of customer service by processing deliveries efficiently and to target.
• Providing first class service to our customers when delivering their goods.
• Being polite when dealing with delivery staff and responding appropriately to queries and complaints referring any complex situations to someone who can help.
• You'll be loading stock into the vehicle at the Branch and unloading at the customer premises. You'll also need to ensure the paperwork is completed accurately.

Requirements

• A can do attitude
• A passion for customer service
• Be willing to go the extra mile
• Always be there, on time and properly presented.
• Full driving license

What is in it for you

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, i.e. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

DE&I and accessibility

We're proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact [e-mail]

Other notes

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk