Car Delivery Driver

Insomnia Cookies; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

High tips pay

Small delivery zone

Flexible part-time schedules

Training & mentorship

Job stability

Job summary

Insomnia Cookies is seeking a Cookie Crew Delivery Driver for the ISU store at 217 Welch Ave, Ames, IA. You’ll split time between the bakery and the road, delivering warm cookies and treats to fans, while also helping in the bakery with orders and guest service.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, own a car, and can pass a MV background check. Flexible part-time shifts, employee discounts, and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Organizational skills to handle multiple deliveries.
• Knowledge of local delivery radius is a plus.
• Must have own car, license, registration and insurance.
• Must pass MV background check.
• Smartphone capable of running delivery app.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Insomnia Cookies orders safely, accurately, and with a smile.
• Ensure orders are warm and complete for delivery.
• Navigate efficiently using GPS and delivery tech.
• Provide friendly service in bakery and between deliveries.
• Assist with preparing, packaging, and organizing delivery/pickup orders.
• Help bake and package cookies as needed.
• Operate the register and process transactions.
• Maintain bakery cleanliness and stock.
• Collaborate with bakery team to keep orders moving.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

2-mile radius knowledge

Own vehicle

Valid driver’s license

Auto insurance

Smartphone

Legal work status

Age 18+

Job description

• High hourly earnings potential with no cap on tips
• Excellent training & mentorship
• Job stability with a rapidly growing and reputable company
• Achievable growth/promotion opportunities
• Check orders for quality and accuracy before they leave the store
• Provide quality customer service through positive and professional interaction with customers whether in-person or by phone
• Use Insomnia’s delivery app to approved company standards and provide accurate status updates to customers. DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of the 2-mile radius surrounding the store is a plus!
• Must have your own car, license, valid registration, and valid insurance
• Must be able to pass a motor vehicles background check
• Must have a smartphone with data plan
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older to be employed

Insomnia Cookies was founded in a college dorm room by then-student, Seth Berkowitz. Fast forward 20 years and so... many....cookies... later, our innovative bakery + delivery concept has become a cult brand known for its rabid following of cookie lovers who crave Insomnia’s warm, delicious delivery all day and late into the night. With an expanding footprint of over 350 stores globally, an experiential, “sweet-easy” flagship concept, and large scale operations and delivery capabilities ... Insomnia Cookies is revolutionizing the cookie game by truly "Imagining What’s Possible"!

As a Car Delivery Driver at our ISU store located at 217 Welch Ave, Ames IA 50014, you are our “Boots on the ground!”, and the main face that our Insomniacs see outside of the bakery! You give the word “Delivery” a whole new meaning by delivering the Cookie Magic to our fans wherever they are.

SOME OUR SWEET DELIVERY DRIVER PERKS

• High hourly earnings potential with no cap on tips
• Small delivery zone
• Flexible part-time work schedules
• Excellent training & mentorship
• Job stability with a rapidly growing and reputable company
• Achievable growth/promotion opportunities
• FREE cookies with every shift!
• Check orders for quality and accuracy before they leave the store
• Deliver our cookies, milk and ice cream to our loyal fanbase, in a timely and safe fashion
• Provide quality customer service through positive and professional interaction with customers whether in-person or by phone
• Use Insomnia’s delivery app to approved company standards and provide accurate status updates to customers. DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of the 2-mile radius surrounding the store is a plus!
• Must have your own car, license, valid registration, and valid insurance
• Must be able to pass a motor vehicles background check
• Must have a smartphone with data plan
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older to be employed

At Insomnia Cookies, warm cookies are just the beginning.

Cookie Crew Delivery Driver

you’ll deliver more than cookies—you’ll deliver the moments people remember. Whether it’s a late-night study break, birthday surprise, office celebration, or just someone’s well-deserved treat, you’ll be the friendly face bringing a little happiness right to their door.

When you’re not out making deliveries, you’ll be part of the bakery team—helping prepare orders, welcoming guests, and keeping the bakery running smoothly. Every shift is different, but one thing never changes: our commitment to delivering warm cookies and exceptional hospitality.

If you enjoy driving, meeting new people, and working with an energetic team, we’d love to meet you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Every shift is a mix of driving, hospitality, and teamwork. You’ll:

• Deliver Insomnia Cookies orders safely, accurately, and with a smile
• Ensure every order arrives warm, complete, and ready to impress
• Navigate efficiently using GPS and delivery technology while following safe driving practices
• Welcome guests in the bakery and provide friendly service between deliveries
• Assist with preparing, packaging, and organizing delivery and pickup orders
• Help bake and package cookies and other treats as needed
• Operate the register and process guest transactions
• Keep the bakery clean, organized, stocked, and food-safe
• Work closely with your bakery team to keep orders moving quickly and accurately
• Help create the kind of guest experience that keeps people coming back

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• Access to a reliable, insured vehicle that meets company requirements
• Current auto insurance that meets state minimum requirements
• Smartphone capable of running company delivery applications
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Drive safely for extended periods throughout a shift
• Frequently enter and exit a vehicle
• Stand and walk for extended periods while working inside the bakery
• Lift, carry, and transport orders weighing up to 30 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Reach, bend, twist, kneel, and carry bakery products
• Work in varying weather conditions while making deliveries
• Work around ovens, refrigeration equipment, and moderate bakery noise levels
• Communicate effectively with guests, coworkers, and leadership

Work Environment

You’ll split your time between our bakery and the road. Inside the bakery, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment with ovens, refrigeration equipment, cleaning chemicals, and moderate noise levels. Outside the bakery, you’ll drive in varying weather and traffic conditions while following all safety policies and traffic laws.

Schedule Expectations

Our busiest times are evenings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Delivery Drivers should have availability during these peak business hours. Scheduling needs vary by location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Insomnia Cookies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, please let us know. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Employment with Insomnia Cookies is contingent upon successful completion of any background checks, employment verification, and other pre‑employment requirements applicable to the position and permitted by law.

When you join Insomnia Cookies, you’ll enjoy

• Competitive hourly pay plus tips
• Early Wage Access (get paid the next day!)
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discount (free cookies!)
• Opportunities for growth into Shift Leader and other bakery leadership roles

Many of our leaders started as Cookie Crew Members and Delivery Drivers

If you’re looking for more than just a job, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to grow with us.

We can’t wait to meet you!

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