Overview
Customer Delivery Driver, Supermarket Assistant — Waitrose & Partners. This role involves delivering Waitrose quality produce and Partner-led service directly to customers’ doors, while supporting the in-store team with daily tasks when not on the road.
Responsibilities
* Check delivery routes for the day.
* Load and prepare the van for deliveries, ensuring all orders are grouped for efficient delivery to customers.
* Complete vehicle safety checks, maintain road compliance and health and safety standards.
* Act as an ambassador for the Waitrose brand with excellent customer service.
* Assist customers with their shopping and build rapport based on trust and service.
* Support the wider shop team with general shopkeeping tasks when required.
Qualifications
* Full valid B-category UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Good time management skills.
* Ability to cope with the physical requirements of the role (e.g., lifting crates, moving cages).
* Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and adaptable.
* IT literate.
Desirable skills/experience
* Previous driving experience and knowledge of chilled vehicles are welcomed.
About The Partnership
We’re the largest employee-owned business in the UK and home of John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world, with a focus on brilliance at retail and delivering great price, quality and service.
As Partners, we share ownership and responsibility, working together with kindness and respect. We strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
Important points to note
* Some roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information during recruitment. DBS checks will be carried out by a third-party registered body and financial probity checks may be required for some roles.
* Vacancies may close early if there is a high volume of applications; apply early.
* If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability, please contact us as soon as possible.
* We support flexible working where possible (e.g., flexible or compressed hours, job sharing, or shorter hour contracts). Discuss this with the hiring manager during your interview.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Retail
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