Route Utility Merchandiser (Driver) - Newbern, Tennessee

Seeking a Route Utility Merchandiser who can serve as a brand ambassador for Burch Food Services, providing exceptional quality service to our customers and projecting a positive image of the company.

About Our Company:

Burch Food Services is a family-owned company that has been operating since 1977 in Southeast Missouri, Northeast Arkansas, West Tennessee, and Western Kentucky. We are dedicated to delivering the freshest food products and highest standard of customer service. At Burch Food Services, we take pride in our work and believe that the voice of every team member is important to our success.

Work Schedule:

Monday thru Friday, some Saturdays

Job Summary:

The Route Utility Merchandiser drives a company vehicle, replenishes customer markets and/or vending machines with food and snack products at contracted customer locations. The Route Merchandiser is the face of the company and projects a professional and positive image of the company, while maintaining and building excellent client and customer relationships. This position will learn all routes at this location and fill in on open routes as necessary, will work independently in a fast-paced environment, and has an excellent opportunity for advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle and transport fresh food from the warehouse to customer locations.
• Maintain a safe working environment in all aspects from load-out to proper material handling, including vehicle safety inspections.
• Maintain proper inventory levels and product distribution for markets.
• Provide client and customer satisfaction in every aspect of job performance.
• Daily checks of products in markets and vending machines to ensure fresh, in-date products.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of markets and other related equipment.
• Prior to beginning the route each day, ensure that the truck is properly loaded with product.
• Inform regular clients and customers of new products or services, and promptly resolve any requests, issues, or concerns as they arise from customers and/or Burch Food Services management.
• Accountability for inventory, invoices, and cash received.
• Maintain a clean, organized vehicle at all times, including pre- & post-inspections.
• Perform all job functions in a safe and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Qualifications:

• 21 years of age or older

• Valid driver’s license

• Clean driving record

• Ability to lift 50lbs on a consistent basis

• Pass pre-employment drug screen
• Clean background check

• Pass a DOT physical
  
• After hired, obtain a Class F Driver's License

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• $10,000 Basic Life and Accidental Death Insurance (company-paid)
• Medical, Dental and Vision for employee, spouse and children
• Wellness Program
• IRA Plan (with company contributions)
• Short Term Disability (company-paid)
• Long Term Disability
• Additional Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Scheduling - Employees are allowed 4 work schedule adjustments per year for personal commitments such as doctor's appointments, dentist appointments, kid's school functions, etc.
• Employee Discounted Meal Program - We offer food, drink and snack items at a reduced price.

More about Burch Food Services:

Burch Food Services is an equal opportunity employer. At Burch Food Services, 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, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the positions posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.