Delivery Driver

August First, an artisan bakery with strong community connections, in Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Delivery Driver to join our team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality bread, working with the Bakery Managers, and actively contributing to the efficient operation of our busy bakery.

Responsibilities:

Bread Delivery:

-Slicing, bagging, and labeling all breads for delivery and for distribution.

-Working in tandem with bread bakers on time management to ensure bread is delivered to proper locations on expected timelines.

-Working with the Bakery Manager to determine wholesale pars.

-Delivering bread to the kitchen, cafe retail area, and wholesale accounts. Preparing and reconciling daily invoices for wholesale accounts.

-Loading all bread into the delivery van and driving to each delivery location. Working with wholesale accounts to check bread in properly and merchandising bread on wholesale shelves to maximize sales.

-Providing a final vacuum and mop if necessary of all bakery floors at the end of the day and maintaining a clean and organized delivery area.

-Maintaining the delivery vehicle, ensuring it is up to date on all services and the gas tank is filled, and van is ready for any after hours catering events

-Transfering ingredients within the restaurant group as necessary.

-Acting as a representative of August First while driving and within wholesale accounts.

-Managing packaging inventory and communicating when supplies are getting low.

-Step in to assist the pastry bakers and delivery drivers when needed, promoting a cohesive and supportive work environment.

Requirements:

Valid Driver’s License

May be required to work in excessive heat and cold in association with the bakery environment

Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions. Ability to lift 50lbs.

Ability to handle difficult interpersonal situations professionally, whether with guests or team members.

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience in a similar role in the hospitality industry.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Commitment to providing a consistent and high-quality product.