Gordon Food Service Needs Part Time Van Delivery Driver in

Gordon Food Service Store LLC is a leading retail division of Gordon Food Service, dedicated to serving a diverse range of customers including small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, and caterers. Located at 536 Sawdust Rd, Spring, TX, this store is a vital part of the expansive Gordon Food Service network which operates over 170 stores. These stores act as primary suppliers, offering a wide variety of food service products and merchandise tailored to meet the needs of their clientele. Gordon Food Service Store prides itself on fostering a customer-centric culture where the motto "Customer is King" is not just a saying but a way of operating. The company places high value on customer satisfaction and aims to set the industry standard through its excellent service and high-quality product offerings. As a retail environment, the store balances the fast pace of retail operations with life balance and development opportunities for employees. It is recognized for its competitive wages, strong employee benefits, and robust advancement opportunities that include high internal promotion rates and development programs. The store operates with comprehensive hours to serve its customers effectively: from Monday through Saturday, the store is open from 7 AM to 8 PM, and on Sundays from 9 AM to 6 PM. The store also respects major holidays by closing on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, and Easter, enabling employees to enjoy time off during important times of the year. This particular role is for a Van Delivery Driver, a crucial position responsible for ensuring products are delivered accurately, on time, and with a customer-centric approach. As a delivery driver, the individual will navigate a variable daily route, safely operating a vehicle while adhering to company policies and safety standards. The role also requires additional support with store operations before or after route completion, indicating a dynamic work environment that demands flexibility and multitasking capabilities. The Van Delivery Driver must build and maintain positive customer relationships, representing the company with professionalism and courtesy at all times. Responsibilities include accurate order picking for wholesale customers, ensuring timely, reliable product delivery, and performing daily safety inspections of the vehicle and equipment. Within the store, the driver is also expected to assist with sales processing, maintain security over cash and merchandise, and ensure proper merchandising and stock rotation aligning with company standards. Ideal candidates for this role will have at least one year of previous delivery driving experience and customer service or related field experience. They must hold an unrestricted standard operator's license and maintain a clean driving record free from drug or alcohol offenses in the past five years. Physical requirements include the ability to safely handle loads weighing up to 350 pounds using a two-wheel cart and lift items up to 70 pounds. Additionally, candidates must be at least 18 years old and successfully pass pre-employment checks including drug screening, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report. Gordon Food Service is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. The company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees such as affordable health insurance options, dental and vision coverage, short and long term disability insurance, paid time off and flexible scheduling, maternity leave, and extensive employee assistance programs. The company also supports mental health through 24/7 ComPsych services and provides opportunities for employees to save and benefit through discount and savings programs. By joining Gordon Food Service Store, employees become part of an amazing culture that values what matters to them, supporting career growth and personal well-being with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a positive and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a respected name in the food service distribution industry and contribute to the company’s legacy of excellent customer service and operational excellence.

• At least 1 year previous delivery driving experience
• At least 1 year in customer service or related field preferred
• Unrestricted standard operators license required
• Clean driving record with no drug or alcohol offenses in last 5 years
• Minimum age of 18 years required
• Successfully pass pre-employment checks including drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report
• Must be able to use a two-wheel cart with load weighing up to 350 pounds
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds