Delivery Driver

Elm Foods LLC; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Elm Foods LLC in New Haven, CT, is seeking a full-time Delivery Driver to load, transport, and unload food and beverage products along assigned routes. You will verify orders, secure shipments, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining professional interactions with customers.

You will follow safety procedures, report vehicle or delivery issues to supervisors, and may assist with warehouse tasks such as inventory organization.

Qualifications

• Customer service-focused interactions with customers and routes.
• Experience or training in safe handling of pallets or cases.
• Knowledge of food and beverage handling, quality, and safety.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate delivery vehicles safely.
• Ability to lift and move packages and stand for extended periods.
• Reliability in following route schedules and accurate paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport and unload food and beverage products on assigned routes.
• Check orders against invoices and secure items for delivery.
• Follow safe driving practices and obtain customer signatures or confirmations.
• Interact with customers professionally and address basic inquiries.
• Report delivery issues or vehicle concerns to supervisors; assist warehouse tasks as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Delivery driving

Route planning

Pallet handling

Safety awareness

Physically fit

Time management

Job description

Company Description

Elm Foods LLC is a family-run food distributor serving convenience stores, food marts, restaurants, and caterers throughout Connecticut. The company focuses on reliable route-based delivery, ensuring customers receive orders on time and in good condition. Team members benefit from working in a close-knit, customer-centered environment where dependable service is a priority. Elm Foods values professionalism, safety, and strong relationships with both customers and colleagues.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Delivery Driver role based in New Haven, CT. The Delivery Driver is responsible for loading, transporting, and unloading food and beverage products to customers along assigned routes, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries. Day-to-day tasks include checking orders against invoices, securing items in the vehicle, following safe driving practices, and obtaining customer signatures or confirmations. The role also involves interacting with customers in a professional manner, addressing basic inquiries, and reporting any delivery issues or vehicle concerns to supervisors. The Delivery Driver may assist with warehouse operations, including organizing inventory and using material-handling equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong Customer Service skills with a focus on courteous, professional interactions and relationship building.
• Experience or training in safe handling of pallets or cases in a warehouse or loading setting.
• Knowledge of Food & Beverage handling, including basic product familiarity and attention to quality and safety.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate delivery vehicles safely.
• Ability to lift and move packages and cases regularly and work on one’s feet for extended periods.
• Reliability in following route schedules, time management skills, and attention to detail in paperwork and deliveries.