ROUTE DRIVER - MICROMARKET (FULL TIME)

Canteen North America; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal referral bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Route Driver position at Canteen in Garden Grove drives a company vehicle along an established micro-market route, delivering products and restocking equipment. The role emphasizes professional interaction with clients and maintaining strong customer relationships, with advancement opportunities through the organization.

The job requires prior merchandising and driving experience, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a valid Non-CDL Class C license.

Qualifications

• 3 years driving experience required.
• Preferred 1-2 years’ customer service experience, or at least 1 year in related work.
• Valid Non-CDL Class C license where state requires it.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Willingness to learn material handling equipment and operate independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper inventory and distribution for micro markets.
• Ensure client and customer satisfaction in all aspects of performance.
• Follow company policies and administer as needed.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation of micro markets and equipment.
• Report defective equipment to maintenance or dispatch as required.
• Load truck with products for scheduled markets before day start.
• Inform clients of new products and resolve service issues.
• Set up displays and distribute promotional materials.
• Manage receipts, invoices, and cash collected.
• Conduct inventory reconciliation per district procedures.
• Keep vehicle clean and organized; perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform duties safely and professionally.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Independent work

Physical strength

Job description

Position Overview

• We are hiring immediately for full time ROUTE DRIVER - MICROMARKET positions.
• Location: Garden Grove - 12640 Knott Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Saturday through Wednesday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous merchandising and driving experience is required.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $25.85 per hour.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available

About Canteen

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry. Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

The Route Driver drives a company vehicle over an established route to deliver products or render services and fills and maintains micro market and related equipment. The Route Driver is the face of the company and must project a professional and positive image of Canteen at all times while maintaining and building excellent client and customer relationships. This position has excellent advancement opportunities, providing employees with the foundation needed for entry level management opportunities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain proper inventory levels and product distribution for micro market.
• Provide client and customer satisfaction in every aspect of job performance.
• Display a clear understanding of company policies and ability to administer as needed.
• Performs routine cleaning and sanitation of micro market and other related equipment.
• Conducts minor service and adjustments on markets. When necessary reports defective equipment to designated maintenance repair service operators or technician dispatcher.
• Prior to beginning each day’s route, ensure that truck is properly loaded with all product required to properly service all scheduled markets following outlined operational procedures.
• Informs regular clients and customers of new products or services, listens to and resolves service complaints.
• Sets up merchandise and sales promotion displays or issues sales promotion materials to customers.
• Accountable for all receipt of goods, invoices, delivery tickets, cash received or collected and product.
• Conducts inventory reconciliation in accordance with District procedures.
• Keep company vehicle clean and organized at all times; preform pre & post trip vehicle inspections.
• Perform all job functions in a safe and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3 years driving experience required
• Preferred 1-2 years’ experience in a customer service position, or a minimum of 1 year of related experience
• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver’s license (unless otherwise indicated by state), ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and conditions.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (box truck, handcarts, etc.)
• Able to work independently, responsible for route, work unsupervised 98% of the work day

Benefits

• Comprehensive training
• Advancement opportunities
• Working in a fast paced environment
• Working independently
• Providing excellent customer service to established customers
• Building relationships
• 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
• 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).
• 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_Canteen.pdf

About Compass Group

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, and 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.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

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.