Van Driver

On A Roll Sandwich Co. Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Multi-drop Van Driver to deliver food-to-go items to customers. The role includes responsibilities such as ensuring timely deliveries, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and adhering to food safety guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a valid UK/EU driving licence for at least 24 months, excellent communication skills, and a courteous driving style. This position requires early shift start times and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Full UK/EU/EEA driving licence for at least 24 months with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food-to-go items to customers on time and in full.
• Complete all food safety documentation and conduct vehicle checks.
• Return empty basket and pallet equipment after deliveries.

Skills

Safe and courteous driving

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Multi-drop Van Driver

Working for a large food manufacturer, we are looking for multi-drop van drivers to be the face of our brand when delivering to customers.

Shift start times vary from 3am to 6am, 5 days out of 7 per week.

What You Will Be Doing

All training will be provided to ensure the delivery of food-to-go items on time and in full to our large customer base. It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that goods are delivered meeting customer specifications and all food safety guidelines are maintained throughout the journey. Delivery rounds will be varied and training on different rounds will be given where required.

• Complete all food safety and transport documentation as required on every shift.
• Conduct vehicle temperature checks to be carried out in the vehicle prior to each delivery to ensure goods are within required temperature specifications.
• Work within your driving licence parameters which will be monitored and licence checks completed twice annually.
• Notify us of any personal changes including any driving convictions and or licencing / health changes should be advised to the business immediately.
• Complete vehicle checks prior to any journey and report any vehicle defects found at any point during their use of a company vehicle via the defect forms provided.
• Maintain cleanliness both inside the cab, outside of the vehicle and in the goods holding fridge, ensuring that on handover, vehicles are in a clean and tidy state.
• Complete all training as required by the company, including level 2 food safety training. The driver will be needed to complete any additional driver training as necessary as and where company or legislation dictates.
• Return empty basket and pallet equipment on each journey and unload into storage area prior to cleaning vehicle.
• Complete fully all times and details on the daily control sheets.
• Refuel vehicles prior to return, obtaining receipts and returning to site on a daily basis.
• Report correct odometer readings on all paperwork.
• Report any damage to vehicles via vehicle check paperwork when found prior to departure.
• Report any Road Traffic Incidents to the office as soon as you are safely able to do so during the journey. Complete a vehicle accident report on return to site.

About You

• Have had a full UK / EU / EEA driving licence for at least 24 months with no more than 6 penalty points.
• You are a safe and courteous driver.
• Enjoy helping others.
• Are personable with a good sense of humour and excellent communication skills.
• Are able to take the initiative and use common sense.
• Care about making a difference for customers and colleagues.
• Can stay calm under pressure.