Delivery Route Lead

Food with Care Inc; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Food with Care Inc is seeking a Driver Lead to coordinate daily delivery routes and supervise drivers at our United States locations. The role combines route planning, driver support, and hands-on delivery duties to ensure on-time, safe, and compliant food deliveries.

You will lead driver teams, monitor routes, and collaborate with warehouse and operations to optimize performance while upholding food safety and DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years delivery/transportation experience preferred.
• Experience as lead driver or route coordinator is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to operate company delivery vehicles safely.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to guide a team in a fast-paced delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily delivery routes and driver schedules.
• Serve as a point of contact for drivers during routes.
• Ensure deliveries are completed safely and on schedule.
• Assist with loading and verifying delivery orders before departure.
• Perform delivery routes as needed to support operations.
• Ensure drivers follow safety, food handling, and customer service policies.
• Monitor delivery logs, invoices, and proof of delivery.
• Assist in training and onboarding new drivers.
• Communicate route issues or vehicle concerns to management.
• Report vehicle maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Ensure proper handling and transportation of food products per safety standards.
• Promote safe driving and DOT compliance.
• Resolve delivery discrepancies or customer concerns as they arise.
• Maintain communication between drivers, warehouse, and operations.

Skills

Route coordination

Team leadership

Customer service

Time management

Safety awareness

Delivery lead experience

Lead driver coordination

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Food with Care Inc is seeking a Driver Lead to coordinate daily delivery routes and supervise drivers at our United States locations. The role combines route planning, driver support, and hands-on delivery duties to ensure on-time, safe, and compliant food deliveries.

You will lead driver teams, monitor routes, and collaborate with warehouse and operations to optimize performance while upholding food safety and DOT regulations.