FOOD TRANSPORTER/DELIVERY DRIVER (FULL TIME)

Occasions Caterers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Occasions Caterers in Washington, DC is hiring immediately for a full-time Food Transporter/Delivery Driver. You will deliver food, supplies and other products to various units and areas of service using a company vehicle, with schedule details provided at interview.

The role requires at least one year of food transportation experience and a valid state driver's license (and food handler's permit where required). Occasions offers a comprehensive benefits package and a drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state driver's license and a valid food handler's permit where required.
• One year of food transportation experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers food, supplies and other products to units and areas of service using a vehicle.
• Loads orders onto truck with assistance of staging clerks in a safe, orderly manner.
• Unloads requisitioned materials at delivery site.
• Follows sanitation and safety guidelines when handling food and equipment.
• Provides quality customer service via one-on-one attention to detail.

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time FOOD TRANSPORTER/DELIVERY DRIVER positions.
• Location: Occasions Caterers - 655 Taylor Street, Washington, DC 20017. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: One year of food transportation experience is required.
• Pay Range: $22.00 per hour to $24.00 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

About Our Company

Since 1986, Occasions Caterers has worked closely with our clients to create remarkable events. We have grown in size but maintain a boutique approach to full-service catering with a focus on custom menus, creative décor, expert planning and gracious service. We craft experiences through food, design and hospitality to reflect your unique style, taste and vision. With over thirty years of experience, we have an unmatched scope of knowledge, resources and relationships to produce events that exceed expectation and delight in every way. Occasions Caterers has a mission to have dedicated team members who support and work together to create exceptional catered experiences each and every day.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Job Summary

Delivers food, supplies and other products to units and areas of service using a vehicle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Picks up requisitioned supplies from staging clerk.
• Receives completed production orders from staging clerk. Inventories items to ensure completion of production orders.
• Loads orders onto truck with assistance of staging clerks in a safe, orderly manner.
• Unloads requisitioned materials at delivery site.
• Follows sanitation and safety guidelines when handling food and equipment.
• Ensures hot and cold food items are kept in compliance with company standards and meet all sanitation and safety requirements.
• Collects empty containers and rejected or unsold merchandise.
• Responsible for general cleanliness of assigned vehicle.
• Performs routine maintenance on truck.
• Interacts with coworkers to ensure company service standards.
• Provides quality customer service via one-on-one attention to detail.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid state driver's license and a valid food handler's permit where required.
• Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.

Associates At Occasions Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Occasions maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Occasions.pdf

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.