The Company
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited is a leading food and drink wholesaler based in the Lake District delivering to customers in the North of England and Scotland. After 50 years of Foodservice, the company is entering a new chapter in its history, whilst staying true to the values and service which has guided its success so far.
We are in an exciting period of transformational change with significant developments within our business since the company was acquired by METRO in 2024. METRO is an international specialist in food wholesale, a partner of many small and mid-sized independent companies who have made it their goal to lift the food and hospitality sector to a new level and to take advantage of the unique opportunity that the comprehensive digitization of the industry presents.
Caterite Food & Wineservice Limited has worked hard to establish an enviable reputation for supplying customers with top-quality goods exactly to order, all delivered at competitive prices as part of a fast, friendly and efficient service in which extra is standard.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Class 2 Delivery Driver to join our transport team.
Based at our main depot in Embleton, you will be responsible for the safe and timely transportation of goods to our fresh prep facility in Penrith and throughout the surrounding areas.
Your daily duties will include:
- Loading and transporting goods from our Embleton depot to our fresh prep facility in Penrith.
- Completing additional deliveries within Penrith and surrounding locations as required.
- Transporting fresh goods back to our Embleton depot and safely unloading goods upon return
- Conducting vehicle checks and ensuring all deliveries are completed in line with company procedures
- Maintaining high standards of customer service and professionalism at all times.
- Adhering to all road transport legislation, health and safety requirements, and company policies.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Hold a clean and valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence
- Possess a valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card.
- Counterbalance Lift Truck licence (desirable)
- Have a good understanding of driver hours and transport regulations.
- Be capable of loading and unloading goods.
- Be dependable, organised, and able to work independently.
- Demonstrate excellent time management and communication skills
- Experience working in a dispatch or delivery environment is beneficial, but full training on products, procedures and systems will be provided.
Benefits:
- £500 refer-a-friend scheme
- Discounted company shopping account
- 28 days holiday plus your Birthday (pro rata for part-time)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company pension (People’s Pension)
- Long service holiday award
- Loyalty bonus
- Free on-site parking
- Canteen facilities
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 10:00 – 17:30
Salary: £14.97 per hour
Location: Embleton, Cockermouth, CA13 9YA (must be able to reliably commute)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Pay: £14.97 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card?
- Do you hold a clean and valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence?
Work Location: In person
