Route Delivery Driver

For over forty-five years, GA Foods has been creating and delivering high quality nutritious and well-balanced meals to seniors, children, military and emergency response. GA Foods sets itself apart with flavorful menus tailored to our client's palettes, a delivery service unmatched by the competition and an One Team attitude. 

The GA Foods team is a diverse and energetic group. We are based in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, but can be found from California to New Jersey, Texas to Georgia...and even more locations as we have become one of the fastest growing companies in our industry. We thrive on our "One Team" company culture and promote teamwork and leadership within the organization. Looking for a job that will challenge you and motivate you to achieve your highest potential? You have come to the right place. 

GA Foods is seeking to hire a Route Delivery Driver for our Fort Myers location. If you have a valid driver's license with a good driving record and want to make a difference in peoples' lives, this is the job for you! Our Route Delivery Drivers are responsible for delivering ready-made, hot and/or frozen/shelf stable meals to senior citizens and other at-risk populations, according to assigned route. Compassion and empathy for those in need is a fundamental orientation our most successful employees possess.  

Responsibilities 

• Safe delivery of food items and supplies to customer homes/sites in a timely and accurate manner
• Vehicle upkeep and cleanliness
• Maintain food safety and handling procedures with compliance to temperature requirements
• Report any deficiencies or problems to supervisor promptly
• Maintain driver scorecard and other required recordkeeping
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain service records
• Check vehicle fluid levels and perform general routine inspection of vehicle to ensure all is in working order
• Assist with packing and/or storing of food items, components and/or supplies as required
• Regular attendance required to meet employer's attendance policy to ensure customer deliveries can be accomplished as scheduled
• Other duties as assigned by management

Experience 

• Valid Driver License (No DUI in last 5 yrs., 0-4 Current Pts.)
• Good Communication and Customer Service Skills
• General Office Equipment and Computer Experience
• GPS and Tablet Technologies
• Min. 3 years prior route delivery/distribution exp. preferred
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Physical Demands 

• Under 1/3 Standing time 
• Walk, Climb or balance
• Stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl
• Taste or smell
• 1/3 to 2/3 Use hands to finger/handle/feel, Reach with hands and arms
• Over 2/3: Sit, See, Talk or hear
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment 

• Work is performed outdoors and inside a vehicle
• Regular exposure to various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow

Equal Opportunity Statement 

 At GA Foods, we are deeply committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is our policy that all employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. 

We base all employment decisions on merit, qualifications to perform the essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodations), and business needs. 

GA Foods also provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. 

GA Food Services of Pinellas County, LLC (GA Foods) is proud to be a Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.