Delivery Driver

About the role
This role is full time and based in Woolwich, therefore we would require candidates to live within this area 
Delivery Driver / Driver / Van Driver / Driving / Delivery / Multidrop Driver
Location: Woolwich, SE28 0FN
Salary:          £13.26 per hour 
 
About us
Direct Seafood Colchester is a passionate fish and seafood supplier who have been delivering local, quality fish and seafood since 1984. We have grown into a very reputable supplier delivering to chefs in the East & South East of England, as far as Brighton and up to Lincoln. Our main site is based in Colchester, with two satellite sites in Woolwich and Biggleswade. This role is based in Woolwich. 
Ethical Sourcing, animal welfare, sustainability, provenance and traceability are all paramount to everything we stand for. We work closely with NGOs such as MSC maintain the highest standards within our industry. Not only that we BRC accredited and are managed by passionate people with many years of experience in the seafood industry. Direct Seafood Colchester is part of Bidfresh. 
Drive your career forward with us
At Bidfresh, we’re passionate about becoming every chef’s first choice for fresh ingredients – and it all starts with the right people. As a Delivery Driver, you’ll play a key role in building lasting relationships with our customers by delivering their fresh produce on time, every time, and with a friendly, professional approach.
What you’ll be doing

Delivering fresh food and ingredients to chefs and professional kitchens across the region
Handling products with care to ensure they arrive in excellent condition
Communicating with customers in a professional, friendly way and resolving any issues confidently
Keeping accurate records of deliveries and returns
Loading and unloading goods, carrying out vehicle checks, and keeping the van clean and tidy
Temperature and quality checksBenefits
We’ve created a benefits package that is designed to support you and reward your hard work. Every employee (subject to completion of probation) is automatically entitled to:
Discounts: Save on Bidfresh products, high street shopping, travel, and cinema
tickets
Free parking: Free parking at our sites
Health care cash plan: Access to a health care cash plan
Confidential support and counselling: Access to free confidential support and
counselling
Pension scheme: Access to a pension scheme
A minimum of 28 days holiday entitlement
What we’re looking for

A full UK driving licence
Someone physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
Great communication and people skills
The ability to work independently while being part of a wider supportive team
Basic IT skills, with confidence to use a company phone for communication and updates
Previous experience in multi-drop or foodservice delivery is an advantageWhy join us?
We’re a growing business with a big sense of achievement, supporting chefs and professional kitchens with high-quality ingredients every day. We value hard work, teamwork and going the extra mile. You’ll enjoy being part of a supportive environment with opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
You’ll have:

Full UK manual driver’s license
 Previous multi-drop delivery experience is essential, preferably in the fresh food area
Good time management, punctual and reliable
Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to deliver exceptional service to customer
Demonstrates drive and positive approach to work
Team player
Flexible approach
Willingness to learn
Able to work well independently, must be enthusiastic and self-motivated

About the Company
The Bidfresh journey
 
We’re Bidfresh. A fast growing team of fresh food experts in a collection of regional businesses across the UK. We’re a big business with big ambitions. We succeed by focusing on the detail. By going the extra mile to find the best products. By building relationships with our partners. And by going further to support our teams to develop and grow. Our work is full of excitement, care and a big sense of achievement. And our ‘Fresh’ values guide the way. Make our journey, your journey, and take your first small steps towards a big career adventure.
 
Rewards and benefits
 
We’ve created a benefits package that is designed to support you and reward your hard work. Every employee (subject to completion of probation) is automatically entitled to:
 
Discounts: Save on Bidfresh products, high street shopping, travel, and cinema tickets
Free parking: Free parking at our sites
Health care cash plan: Access to a health care cash plan
Confidential support and counselling: Access to free confidential support and counselling
Pension scheme: Access to a pension scheme
A minimum of 28 days holiday entitlement