Delivery Driver

Note: Current position is looking for very part-time work - 2-4 shifts per week (approx) with potential overtime to develop more.

**Position, type, wage**

Operations Department - Delivery Specialist

Part-time/On-call

$18-20/hour based on experience

**Benefits**:
Staff lunch meal provided each weekday

Fun recognition and rewards program

Company Overview

Peake is an industry-leading, full-service catering company that has been creating
_delicious moments_ in Vancouver for over 30 years. From large plated dinners to casual cocktail receptions and elegant weddings, Peake’s exceptional team of event professionals make it their mission to deliver great memories and extraordinary food to all our clients and guests. As an ever-expanding company we are always looking for opportunities to grow our business as well as our family of staff.

We are constantly growing at a strong rate and are looking to add an additional position to our delivery team. Competitive pay and great perks like free lunch every day, staff parties, an awesome team recognition program, and a collaborative respectful environment.

Core Values
- Driven - compelled to accomplish goals through hard work and ambition
- Sincere - acting with honesty and integrity
- Humorous - we make each other laugh
- Thoughtful Acts - showing consideration for the needs of others
- Creative Solutions - imaginative and original ideas in the production of artistic work

Job Overview

Delivery specialists are integral to the functioning of Peake and our corporate deliveries. They are responsible for ensuring the successful completion of corporate and delivery orders, maintaining friendly client-company relations, and keeping Peake’s equipment safe and in working order. Delivery specialists are expected to know and display Peake’s Core values.

You will report to the Director of Operations and duties will include catering deliveries & set ups, equipment pick ups, pre-event equipment pack ups & load outs, post-event equipment restocking.

There may be additional opportunities to work staffed events for Peake if you are looking for extra earning opportunities on top of this delivery job.

Major Responsibilities
- Attends weekly departmental meetings/briefings
- Ensure the efficient and friendly delivery, set-up, pick up, and clean up of all delivery services
- Daily organizing of the Peake Operations areas at HQ
- Ensure the Peake vans are properly stocked and equipped and that the emergency kits are maintained
- Assist in the packing of deliveries and event equipment according to the posted schedule and needs
- Support the operations management team
- Track all equipment used on deliveries and ensure it is picked up and kept to Peake’s standards
- Interact with customers at drop-off points in a friendly and accommodating manner

*Tasks outside of those outlined in the job description may be required during times of increased demand*

Education, skills and qualifications
- 1+ years previous delivery or similar driving experience with valid drivers license
- Proficient in oral communication
- First aid level 1 (plus)
- Serving-it-right

Ongoing expectations and Physical/Mental Demands
- This role will require lifting of supplies, equipment, and product. Exposure to normal kitchen and operation area hazards
- This position requires long periods of driving in a van in and around the Greater Vancouver Area
- Frequent interruptions from team members, environmental noise, and tight deadlines
- This position may require basic math skills
- This position requires interfacing and communication with clients and customers