delivery driver

ABOUT EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS:

Our team is responsible for creating the mouthwatering fruit arrangements, dipped fruit boxes and cut fruit for to-go products, following the operational procedures set by Edible Arrangements; for maintaining a high quality of customer service and product.

Why work here??? We are a unique combination of of products - fruit bouquets and boxes, baked goods and flowers - so, we're always delivering smiles; and, you'll have the opportunity to grow with a reputable brand.

Summary of Key Qualifications & Skills Required:

Since most of our day-to-day tasks are simple but done under strict corporate guidelines, we conduct extensive training for our new hires.... this means previous experience with fruit is not necessary; previous delivery experience and/or extensive knowledge of the Waterloo and surrounding areas are.

We are specifically looking for motivated individuals looking for a stable place of employment - motivated, hardworking individuals looking for a place where they fit.

Some traits we are looking for:

• Applicants MUST have a smartphone to do deliveries
• Applicants MUST live locally in KW year-round
• store hours are Monday-Saturday 8-7, and Sundays from 9-3. Applicants must have flexibility to work during those hours as scheduled, including some evenings. Applicants MUST be available during the 9-7 window consistently; available to work assorted shifts if necessary - right now (based on current requirements) applicants must be available Mondays and Tuesdays as these will be your consistent days.
• a positive attitude is a must
• willingness to do hands-on work is a must
• a willingness to work fast and efficiently when the pressure is on, and work longer hours during peak periods - Mother's Day, Christmas, Valentine's by way of example - is a MUST!!
• excellent communication skills, and patience with Customers and staff are priorities
• ability to read work orders, and follow other verbal and written instructions is a must
• ability to clearly communicate with others is a must
• organizational skills are mandatory
• ability to left, carry and/or push 30lbs
• ability to stand, bend, reach and scoop through-out assigned shifts
• a High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• a valid driver's license and good drivers abstract is required.
• applicants must be over 25 years of age in order to meet insurance requirements to use the company vehicle

Summary of Key Duties:

• customer service/polite interaction with recipients
• loads delivery vehicle, ensuring all products are complete and correct, safely balanced in the vehicle
• updates internal system using delivery app
• follows logical/efficient route, ensuring multiple deliveries get safely into the hands of their recipients
• communicates any issues back to supervisor at store, working toward solutions. Such as calling senders/recipients to ensure that someone is receiving the arrangement first-hand and not left at people's door.
• maintains cleanliness of company vehicle, assists with taking vehicle to service appointments/ getting gas
• willingness to use own vehicle during peak rushes, or while corporate cars is in the shop is a definite asset. private vehicle must be smoke free and have working A/C and heat
• Doing any store runs for the store if needed such as water, and/or fruit if the unexpected happens
• ensures the quality of each product reaching customers. Not crushed, fallen over, and/or melted. We need you to care about our designs and the person receiving their gift.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $17.60 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Experience:

• Delivery driver: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)

Work Location: In person