Route Service Representative-PART TIME

Cozzini Bros., Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

6 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Cozzini Bros., Inc. is a top knife rental and sharpening service serving restaurants nationwide.

Located in Portland, OR, the company offers a Monday–Thursday schedule, 30 hours per week, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a 401(k) with match, paid holidays, and paid vacation. The role involves delivering and exchanging cutlery and blades to food service customers, promoting programs, collecting payments, and using handheld devices for tracking.

Qualifications

• Reliable, customer-focused delivery professional with a safety-first mindset.
• Experience in route-based delivery or sales is a plus.
• Ability to lift light loads and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 tools.
• Promote and sell company programs and promotional items.
• Collect payments on invoices (cash, card, check, etc.).
• Use handheld devices to track customer knife sets.
• Maintain safe operation of company vehicles and build customer relationships.

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Safety awareness

Vehicle maintenance basics

Handheld device usage

Tools

Handheld devices

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: Portland, OR

Why This Job?

• Enjoy a consistent Monday through Thursday schedule, working 30 hours per week in a part-time role.
• 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.

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.