Driver

Fortune Fish & Gourmet; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Fish & Gourmet in Bensenville, Illinois is seeking a Delivery Driver to join their team. The role includes delivering seafood and gourmet products while providing exceptional customer service. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a friendly demeanor.

This position requires the ability to handle perishable products with care, maintain safety standards, and occasionally lift heavy items. A sense of urgency and basic English proficiency are necessary for success. Join us in elevating meals and lives!

Qualifications

• One to two years of commercial driving experience preferred.
• Must have a valid standard license.
• Friendly, outgoing, and courteous demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and unload company products including seafood and gourmet items.
• Drive and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route.
• Contact management to discuss issues as they arise.

Skills

Customer Service

Commercial Driving Experience

Time Management

Basic English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Fortune Fish & Gourmet has an exciting opportunity to join our team! As an industry leader, we’re growing relationships through our quality products and services. We are continually looking for outstanding talent to join our extraordinary team.

The Delivery Driver will deliver and unload various company products, including, but not limited to, seafood, beef, poultry, and gourmet products. The employee will act as the key point of contact for the customer and, in so doing, will provide the highest level of customer service. The incumbent will ensure that high safety standards are always maintained while operating Fortune Fish and Gourmet’s vehicle. Moreover, the utmost care will be applied in handling the company’s perishable products in accordance with HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Perform all pre-trip responsibilities, including checking route numbers and account numbers for assigned deliveries.
• Perform necessary vehicle safety inspections for the vehicle.
• Drive and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route. Ensure the vehicle is properly secured during drop-offs.
• Load and unload products from the vehicle using a dolly or other appropriate devices safely.
• Verify delivery of items with the customer and obtain proper signatures confirming receipt of the product.
• Contact management to discuss issues or concerns as they arise throughout the work day.
• Perform all post-delivery actions, including unloading damaged product, customer returns, and completing any necessary documents.
• Follow Department of Transportation (DOT) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations during the operation of the truck and handling of the product.
• Develop and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and goodwill by providing professional assistance and by demonstrating an interest in the customer’s needs. Report any complaints to the supervisor.
• Collect money from customers and properly record transactions on company documentation, including invoices. Ensure that payment (cash, checks, etc.) is properly secured.
• Ensure that safety training is current as per company policy.
• Supports the Fleet Manager by ensuring that vehicles are maintained according to schedule and records are current and correct.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience – One to two years of commercial driving experience is a plus. Transportation of temperature-controlled product experience preferred.
• Customer Service – Friendly, outgoing, and courteous customer service demeanor.
• Work ethic – A sense of urgency in meeting critical and time-sensitive deadlines with the ability to work with limited supervision.
• Licensing - Must have a valid standard license.
• Environmental – Available to work long shifts and Saturdays.
• Language – Basic English speaking proficiency.
• A combination of the above will also be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing, sitting, walking, and driving.
• Regularly be able to lift up to 80 pounds; may occasionally need to lift over 80 pounds.
• Requires constant mental and visual attention, as well as the ability to see well in limited light scenarios.
• Repetitive reaching, bending, and twisting.
• Repetitive pushing and pulling.
• Must be able to successfully pass a Medical Examiner’s Certification.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers’ and team members’ success.

Our Vision is a world in which we can all:
Do good. Be great. Scale excellence.