Food Distribution Route Delivery Driver

International Gourmet Foods (IGF); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home nightly routes

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Delivery vehicles provided

Employee discounts

Job summary

International Gourmet Foods (IGF) in Charleston, SC, is seeking a dependable Food Distribution Route Delivery Driver. You will deliver high-end, temperature-sensitive products to restaurants and gourmet markets, using multi-temperature handling and routing software.

CDL is not required, and full pay is provided during training. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, local routes so you are home nightly, and the opportunity to represent IGF with professional service and accurate

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a background check.
• Able to lift up to 55 lbs and navigate stairs and ramps.
• 1–2 years of box truck route delivery experience; hospitality/food service a plus.
• English reading, writing and speaking fluently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi-temperature foods to customers using routing software.
• Cross-reference invoices with customers and document special requests.
• Unload and maneuver products with hand trucks; lift up to 55 lbs.
• Maintain cold chain and monitor climate controls in the cargo area.
• Provide professional customer service and handle delivery paperwork.

Skills

Route delivery

Customer service

English fluency

Physical stamina

Tools

Routing software

Job description

Job Title: Food Distribution Route Delivery Driver

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation:$52,000 Annually + Benefits

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, motivated, customer-focused Food DistributionRoute Delivery Driver to join our Deliveries team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-end, temperature-sensitive culinary products, including artisanal cheeses, fine meats, specialty pastries, and gourmet ingredients, to customers such as restaurants, hotels, and gourmet markets.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy physical work, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, we want to hear from you! You will receive full, regular pay during your training period. We do not require a commercial driver's license (CDL).

Key Responsibilities

• Product Delivery:transport multi-temperature (frozen, refrigerated, and dry) food items safely to commercial kitchens and other food service establishments using standard routing software.


• Unloading and Verifying:cross-reference delivery invoices item-by-item with customers to ensure order accuracy and carefully document any special requests or returns.


• Physical Handling:safely unload and maneuver products using hand trucks and ramps, including navigating down narrow hallways, stairs, and into walk-in coolers and freezers. Frequently lift up to 55 lbs.


• Product Care:monitor cargo area climate controls to strictly maintain cold chain, ensuring delicate gourmet products arrive in pristine condition.


• Customer Service:act as the face of the company by providing professional, polite service during customer interactions and handling delivery paperwork and payments accurately and efficiently.

Qualifications and Requirements

• License and Age:must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. A CDL is not required.


• Pre-Employment Screening:must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a mandatory background check, have a clean driving record (MVR), and have a current DOT physical card.


• Physical Demands:physically capable of walking up and down stairs, bending, kneeling, and lifting heavy packages continuously throughout a shift in all weather conditions.


• Schedule Flexibility:able to start early morning shifts (typically between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM) and finish at varying times, depending on route distance, order volume, traffic, and delivery conditions.


• Language Proficiency:must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently to safely read road signs, navigate delivery instructions, communicate effectively with customers, respond to official inquiries, and use hand-held electronic devices with English interfaces.


• Experience: 1-2 years of box truck route delivery experience. Experience within the hospitality/food service industry (such as restaurant supply or wine distribution) a plus!

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $52,000 annually.


• Full Benefits Package:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with competitive company matching.


• Time Off:Paid time off (PTO), floating holidays, and paid holidays.


• Perks and Equipment:local routes so you are home every night. We supply delivery vehicles, hand trucks, electronic devices, and company uniforms. Enjoy employee discounts on our exceptional catalog of gourmet foods.