Van Driver

The Menu Partners Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days holiday + Bank Holiday

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Job summary

Absolute Taste is seeking a reliable Van Driver to join our travel team, with the potential to work as a Warehouse Operative as needed. You will transport staff, products, equipment and materials between locations, ensuring loads are secured and journeys are completed safely.

This is a 0-hour flexible contract based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, offering training, development opportunities, and a dynamic events environment where you can travel to multiple sites as required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for driving duties and van operation.
• Good knowledge of UK roads and ability to use GPS/navigation systems.
• Physical fitness to load and unload goods when required.
• Flexible attitude towards working hours and travel to sites.
• Must meet driver eligibility and insurance requirements of the company.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vans safely and responsibly in line with UK road laws.
• Transport staff, products, equipment and materials between locations.
• Complete vehicle checks before and after journeys.
• Ensure loads are secured safely and correctly.
• Plan routes and arrive at locations on schedule.
• Load and unload products or equipment when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and general condition of the vehicle.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Complete delivery, mileage and vehicle records as required.
• Follow company health, safety and operational procedures.
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with customers and staff.
• Be flexible and willing to travel to different work locations.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

UK road knowledge

GPS/navigation

Physically fit

Flexible hours

Driver eligibility & insurance

Job description

We are looking for reliable and responsible Van Driverand Warehouse Operative to join our travel team. The role involves safely transporting food, products, equipment, and materials between different locations while providing a professional and dependable service.

This role is a 0 hours flexible contract with opportunity to work within the warehouse where required.

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire

As a Van Driver – Travel Team, your key responsibilities will be:

• Drive company vans safely and responsibly in accordance with UK road laws.
• Transport staff, products, equipment, and materials to and from different locations.
• Complete vehicle checks before and after journeys.
• Ensure loads are secured safely and correctly.
• Plan routes and allow sufficient time to arrive at locations on schedule.
• Load and unload products or equipment when required.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the vehicle.
• Report any vehicle defects, accidents, incidents, or maintenance issues immediately.
• Complete required delivery, mileage, and vehicle records.
• Follow company health, safety, and operational procedures.
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with customers, staff, and other businesses.
• Be flexible and willing to travel to different work locations.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• Full UK driving licence
• Good knowledge of UK roads and ability to use GPS/navigation systems.
• Physically fit and able to load and unload goods when required.
• Flexible attitude towards working hours and travelling to different sites.
• Must meet the company's driver eligibility and insurance requirements.

Why Join Us at Absolute Taste?

Join a fast-growing and innovative company that is redefining customer experiences in the culinary and event space. We offer an empowering team culture, the opportunity to work on exciting, well-managed events, and a supportive, resilient team environment.

We are committed to supporting your career growth with thorough training and ongoing development.

You can also enjoy benefits such as:

• 25 Days holiday + Bank Holiday
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

Who Are Absolute Taste and What Do We Do?

We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider, dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for pushing boundaries, we continue to grow from strength to strength.

As a small, dynamic team of event professionals, we specialize in creating exciting, well-managed, and sustainable events, while fostering strong working relationships. We're looking for individuals who share our fun, resilient, and hardworking values to join our supportive, high-performing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly regarded organisation dedicated to success and a positive, empowering culture.