Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. was founded in 1993 to provide Foodservice Customers with a fresh alternative. An outstanding supply network, efficient distribution, and our thoroughly modern processing plant are all part of our commitment to provide the freshest fruits and vegetables possible. 

Fresh Start Foods is currently hiring a full time ​Delivery Driver who is eager to work in a fast paced team oriented work environment in our Richmond, BC location. 

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with potential overtime on Saturday

Shift: 5:30 am to finish

Salary: $25/hr (paid on a weekly basis!)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver all produce products in a safe and professional manner

• Perform and complete pre-truck inspection forms (i.e. check tires and fluid levels)

• Ensure the preloaded truck includes all tools for success during the route (pallet straps, hand cart, pen, clipboard, load bars and all necessary paperwork)

• Ensure refrigerated trucks maintain the required temperatures throughout the delivery

• Accurately document and complete proof of delivery, driver delivery log and track the temperature of the truck

• Handle customer complaints and returns of unwanted product

• Collect cheques upon delivery

• Follow computer-based RoadNet from Gordon Food Services

Requirements:

• Class 5 unrestricted driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract

• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt quickly to changes in priorities

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Experience driving a three or five-ton truck is preferred

• Basic understanding of the cold chain process is preferred

• Basic understanding of technology is an asset

• Knowledge of the food industry is an asset

• Familiarity with routes and the lower mainland is preferred

Fresh Start Foods offers a range of benefits, including: 

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• Weekly paychecks
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
• Training opportunities
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program 
• Full-time hours
• A team-oriented work environment

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.  Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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