Route Service Representative

Cozzini Bros., Inc.; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Six paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Cozzini Bros., Inc. provides America's top knife rental and sharpening service, delivering and exchanging cutlery and blades to restaurants across the country.

The role involves operating a small van, promoting company programs, and handling payments while maintaining customer relationships, with a focus on safety and efficiency. Offering comprehensive benefits, flexible 4-day workweeks, and opportunities to grow within a stable, established company founded in 1905, this position emphasizes

Qualifications

• Customer-focused, reliable professional with a driving background.
• Clean driving record and safety-conscious mindset for road tasks.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly during deliveries.
• Excellent communication for customer relationships and invoicing.
• Stable work history and willingness to travel overnight on some routes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and exchange cutlery to national and local restaurants and kitchens.
• Deliver and exchange kitchen blades on can openers, deli slicers, etc.
• Promote and sell company programs and promotional items to customers.
• Collect payments (cash, card, check) on invoices.
• Use handheld devices to track customer knife sets and inventory.
• Ensure safe operation of company vehicles and routes.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Safe driving

Load/unload up to 50 lbs

Clear communication

Team oriented

Overnight travel (some routes)

Tools

Handheld delivery device

Job description

Description

Cozzini Bros. is America’s top knife rental and sharpening service, trusted by over 100,000 restaurants and commercial kitchens nationwide. We provide Cozzini-engineered knives and blades, exchanged every two weeks to keep kitchens sharp and efficient. Founded in 1905 as a family business in Chicago, Cozzini has evolved into the premier solution for enhancing the quality, consistency, and safety of commercial kitchens everywhere! We are driven by six core values: Safety, Service, Trust, Team, Continuous Improvement, and Integrity. These values are what give us the cutting edge in knife exchange.

Location: Tukwila, WA

Why This Job?

• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts. Enjoy three-day weekends every week!
• Light Duty Deliveries: Operate a small sprinter/transit van; no CDL is required!
• Stable, reliable work: We are a recurring service vendor in kitchens, not a one-time delivery of goods.
• Competitive pay with incentives.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401 (k) with company match, six paid holidays, and paid vacation.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a growing company with opportunities to advance.
• Team Spirit: Join a supportive team environment where your contribution matters.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver and exchange cutlery to national and local restaurants, food service, and grocery customers.
• Deliver and exchange kitchen blades on can openers, deli slicers, food processors, and other food service equipment.
• Required to promote and sell company programs and promotional items.
• Collect payment on invoices (cash, card, check, etc.)
• Use handheld devices for efficient tracking of all customer knife sets.
• Ensure safe and responsible operation of company vehicles.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

What We’re Looking For:

• Reliable, dependable driving professionals who enjoy a fast-paced work environment.
• Previous route sales or delivery experience preferred.
• A strong sense of customer service with a customer-first attitude.
• Excellent communication skills to foster strong relationships.
• A safety-focused mindset for a physically active workday on the road.
• Ability to load, unload, lift, and carry light deliveries.
• Stable work history and a clean driving record.
• Overnight travel may be required for some routes.

Ready to Join Us?

Requirements

Physical Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• Capability to reach, twist, turn, bend, and pull
• Proficiency in climbing and navigating various terrains
• Capacity to sit and stand for extended periods
• Dexterity to load and unload delivery items safely
• Endurance for physical tasks throughout a 10-hour shift
• Compliance with safe driving techniques for company vehicles
• Maintain physical stamina to manage light-duty deliveries consistently
• Adherence to safety protocols while executing physically demanding tasks
• Ability to handle and operate handheld devices for delivery tracking and inventory management

Note: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all requirements for this role. Anyone who feels they would be a strong candidate is encouraged to apply.