Delivery Driver

Our team is our strength!
Next Generation Foods is changing the way food is distributed. There’s food distribution the way everybody else does it- and then there’s Next Generation Foods.  We are reinventing how food moves from field to kitchen, from grower to Chef. And we’re doing it with a zeal for sustainability, science, and source transparency!
As a member of the Next Generation Food’s team, you will be a part of a well-established company with strong community roots. We have an amazing work culture that embraces innovation, and is simply a great place to work!
The Opportunity
As a Delivery Driver, this new team member will be the key person that reliably delivers products to local kitchens in Sacramento, the Bay Area and surrounding locations. The Delivery Driver is someone who enjoys working with a high-energy team, thrives in the details, and enjoys sharing ideas and finding success in collaboration.
Our Compensation and Benefits show how much we value our team:

• $23.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Full-time hourly position, 4- 10 hour days + regular opportunities for overtime
• Company provided certifications/ training (e.g. forklift certification)
• Medical Coverage- Generous company contribution towards medical benefits for employees and dependents
• 401K with 4% company match
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Paid Sick Leave

Job Duties:

• Pack and load up orders accurately from warehouse inventory.
• Drive safely to various delivery locations throughout Sacramento, the Bay Area and surrounding locations.
• Deliver products to kitchens efficiently and on-time and provide in-person customer service to chefs and kitchen staff.
• Coordinate and execute local pick-ups and drop offs of products.
• Perform regular vehicle inspections to maintain vehicle health.
• Assist in organization of warehouse inventory (oftentimes using a forklift).
• Assist in general warehouse maintenance and cleaning.
• Assist the Warehouse Lead in monitoring inventory.
• Assist in fulfilling orders for products sold through our online platform.
• Regularly collaborate with the CEO, COO, and Operations Manager to ensure efficiency, provide a quality experience for customers, and identify opportunities for growth.

Education / Experience Requirements:

• Experience delivery driving preferred.
• 2+ years experience in a business setting (preferably managing a warehouse and/or inventory and providing customer service).
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs at a time and get in/out of a delivery vehicle quickly throughout the day to transport products.
• 2 years experience driving a 16-18 ft box truck safely and perform basic vehicle inspection for regular maintenance.
• Willingness to start shift in early morning.
• Exceptional attention to small details.
• Ability to interface with chefs and provide customer service.
• Proficient communication skills and willingness to ask for help/clarification when needed.
• Valid CA drivers license with a clean driving record free of major infractions.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 18-years or older.
• Pre-employment Background and DMV Check Required.

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