Permanent Part-time Driver (Central Kitchen)

Job Type(s): Permanent Duration(s): N/A Schedule(s): Weekend Days (6 hours per day)

10:30 - 1:30 and 2:30 - 5:30

Consideration may be given to weekends on a rotational basis (with covering 2 days through the week instead)

Hourly Rate(s): £14.00

Please note : This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered. We are looking for a Permanent part-time Driver who is dedicated to making every moment count, regardless of their qualifications or experience.

As a Driver , you will deliver nutritious meals to residents across our care homes within the Moray area and will play a key role in ensuring our residents receive their meals on time, directly contributing to their comfort and wellbeing. Due to the nature of this role, a valid UK driver’s license is essential and previous experience as a delivery driver or similar role; is desirable.

The Role...

• Safely transport and deliver prepared meals to various care homes within the local area.
• Liaise with the Head Cook to coordinate meal pick-up times, verify orders, and address any specific meal requirements or dietary needs.
• Follow established company guidelines to ensure quality, safety, and consistency in meal delivery.
• Ensure meals are delivered promptly and securely, maintaining required temperature and quality throughout the journey.
• Build positive, professional relationships with care home staff and residents, representing the company in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Complete daily and weekly vehicle checks, ensuring the food delivery van is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Report any delays, vehicle issues, or incidents promptly to the relevant manager.
• Safely transport and deliver prepared meals to various care homes within the local area.
• Liaise with the Head Cook to coordinate meal pick-up times, verify orders, and address any specific meal requirements or dietary needs.
• Follow established company guidelines to ensure quality, safety, and consistency in meal delivery.
• Ensure meals are delivered promptly and securely, maintaining required temperature and quality throughout the journey.
• Build positive, professional relationships with care home staff and residents, representing the company in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Complete daily and weekly vehicle checks, ensuring the food delivery van is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Report any delays, vehicle issues, or incidents promptly to the relevant manager.

Be part of our dedicated support services team in our Central Kitchen facility located in Buckie , a town that enjoys magnificent views overlooking the Moray Firth and is a popular location for dolphin watching.

The Role..

• Safely transport and deliver prepared meals to various care homes within the local area.
• Liaise with the Head Cook to coordinate meal pick-up times, verify orders, and address any specific meal requirements or dietary needs.
• Follow established company guidelines to ensure quality, safety, and consistency in meal delivery.
• Ensure meals are delivered promptly and securely, maintaining required temperature and quality throughout the journey.
• Build positive, professional relationships with care home staff and residents, representing the company in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Complete daily and weekly vehicle checks, ensuring the food delivery van is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Report any delays, vehicle issues, or incidents promptly to the relevant manager.
• Safely transport and deliver prepared meals to various care homes within the local area.
• Whilst this role primarily covers Saturday and Sunday consideration may be given to weekends on a rotational basis (with covering 2 days through the week instead).

Be part of our dedicated care team in our Central Kitchen, a town that marks the starting point of Scotland's Malt Whisky Trail and boasts many beautiful walks.

What We Can Offer...

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Free PVG Check
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• We’ll provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands