Delivery Driver

Donatos Pizza; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Donatos Pizza in Lexington, KY is seeking Delivery Drivers to bring orders to customers promptly and with a friendly attitude. In addition to delivering, drivers may fold boxes, take phone orders, and assist with back-of-house tasks when not on the road.

The role emphasizes safe driving, accurate order handling, and teamwork. You must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; prior driver or customer service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Customer service experience is helpful but not required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform other duties safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver orders to customers in a timely and friendly manner.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and follow food-safety guidelines.
• Assist with in-store tasks such as folding boxes and helping with prep when not delivering.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Customer service

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

Each Delivery Driver plays an essential role in ensuring our customers receive their order in a timely and friendly manner. Delivery Drivers may spend their shifts folding boxes, taking phone orders, assisting Restaurant Associates with back of house duties including making the finest quality product, and of course, delivering food orders to our customers. A driver may spend anywhere from 30% - 70% of their shift delivering orders and will assist where needed in the restaurant when not on deliveries. The most successful Delivery Drivers perform their role safely, efficiently, and accurately, making sure all orders are correct before leaving the restaurant.

Requirements:

• Delivery Drivers must have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and valid automobile insurance. Must maintain a driving record that meets company minimum requirements to remain in position.
• Previous Driver and/or customer service experience helpful but not required
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position safely while meeting productivity standards
• Able to lift up to up to 20 pounds consistently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Occasional bending and twisting

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Checks out and deliver orders.
• Safely operates a motor vehicle.
• Performs other in-store functions while not driving such as folding boxes or other cross-functional Associate level duties.
• Ensures the shift is ready for revenue by completing food prep, stocking, and pre-topping pizzas.
• Sets the next shift up for success by completing food prep, stocking prep-tables, and freezer pulls.
• Cleans and mops lobby, restrooms, and kitchen as needed.
• Effectively communicates with customers, co-workers, and managers in person or over the telephone.
• Takes customer orders over the phone.
• Accurately handles cash; gives customer correct change, completes cash check out directly after the shift with Manager.
• Follows all food safety guidelines, including handwashing, illness reporting and cleanliness.
• Follows detailed food recipes while completing subs, pizzas, and salads for customers.

Donatos is just as dedicated to our Associates as we are to our guests. After all, delivering the best food and service starts with attracting (and keeping) the very best team members.
Whether you’re looking for your first job or want to advance your career, you’ll love being part of a work environment that’s not just rewarding and fun, but supportive too. We’re committed to hiring associates who we feel will be a great fit with the Donatos family - and then empowering them to become leaders who bring out the full potential of everyone around them.