Customer Delivery Driver, Supermarket Assistant
Apply locations Ely (Waitrose & Partners) posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-174823
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Customer Delivery Driver, you will deliver the unique quality of Waitrose produce and Partner-led service directly to customers' doors, embodying our ethos of passionate Partners serving food lovers.
When not on the road, you'll support the shop team with tasks like stock replenishment and housekeeping, contributing to the shop's efficient operation in a friendly environment.
Note: Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Key Responsibilities
* Start your day in store, planning your delivery routes.
* Load and prepare your van for deliveries, ensuring all orders are ready for efficient delivery.
* Complete vehicle safety checks, maintain road compliance, and adhere to health and safety standards.
* Represent the Waitrose brand on the road with excellent customer service.
* Assist customers with shopping and build rapport based on trust and service.
* Support the shop team with general tasks as needed.
Essential Skills and Experience
* Full valid UK manual driving licence (Category B) with no more than 6 points.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Strong time management skills.
* Physical ability to lift crates and move cages.
* Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and adaptable.
* IT literacy.
Desirable Skills and Experience
* Previous driving experience, especially with chilled vehicles, is advantageous.
Additional Details
Closing Date: May 11, 2025
Pay: £13.39 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: Full-time (37.5 hours), varied hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends across seven days.
Job Level: Partnership Level 10
Location: Ely (Waitrose & Partners), Bray's Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4QJ
ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP
We’re the UK’s largest employee-owned business, home to John Lewis and Waitrose. As Partners, we share ownership, responsibility, and success, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, diversity, and growth.
We are committed to innovation, quality, and service excellence, passionate about creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Important Points
* Roles may require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks and financial probity assessments.
* Apply promptly as vacancies may close early due to high interest.
* We support flexible working arrangements; discuss options with the hiring manager.
At Waitrose, we love food and aim to create extraordinary shopping experiences through our passion and service, setting us apart from other supermarkets.
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