Bakery Delivery Driver in Rochester, New York at Holy Childhood, Inc.

JOB TITLE: Bakery Delivery Driver
REPORTS TO: Director of Logistics
HOURS/STATUS: Full Time / Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE: $19.50 per hour to start, higher wages based on experience

Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Bakery Delivery Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, organized, and capable of contributing to a fast-paced environment. Special Touch Bakery is a food manufacturer and distributor. This position entails delivering and merchandising fresh bread in grocery stores. We have box trucks and bread vans that do not require a CDL. We deliver Monday through Friday with routes in Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo. If you are a full-time driver, you may have 40+ hours per week in 4 days! Days start early, 4am – 6am and finish as late as 5pm.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Delivers and stocks fresh bread in grocery stores and functions as our customer service representative in the stores
• Delivers bakery products to designated locations, ensuring timeliness and care during transit
• Accommodates expanded delivery hours during peak holiday seasons as required
• Maintains professional and respectful interaction with all customers and clients
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and practices

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Previous delivery experience preferred, experience working in grocery stores is a plus
• Ability to lift, pull and push up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to kneel is required when merchandising the breads on the store shelf
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Punctual, reliable, and have a strong work ethic

Work Environment
• Regular driving in varied weather conditions
• Occasional extended hours during peak periods (e.g., holidays)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Special Touch Bakery and Holy Childhood, Inc., do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic background, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, health condition, or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities.