Job title: Delivery Driver (7.5T)
Position: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000
Location: Cheshunt
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 6am start. Occasional Saturday work required on a rotational basis.
Who is Salvo?
Were Salvoproud to be the UKs leading online Italian food wholesaler. Our story began in 1968, when our founder, Salvatore Cumbo, spotted a simple but powerful opportunity: helping Londons growing Italian restaurant scene source truly authentic ingredients. What started at his kitchen table soon became Britains first fine Italian food importing business.
Rooted in family values and a deep love for good food, Salvo has grown from a local supplier into a nationwide operation with four depots and a tech-enabled platform serving restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, and delis across the UK.
Weve kept the warmth and personal touch of our early days while embracing innovationwhether thats through our user-friendly app, late cut-off times, or expert customer care team. And yes, Salvatores original kitchen table still sits in our head office, reminding us of where it all began.
If you're excited to be part of a company with heritage, heart, and a bold vision for the future of food, wed love to hear from you.
The role
Were looking for a reliable and professional 7.5T Delivery Driver to join our team in Cheshunt. Youll play a vital role in delivering goods safely, efficiently, and with exceptional customer service. From carrying out vehicle checks to ensuring accurate, timely deliveries, youll be the face of our brand on the road.
What You Will Be Doing
- Carrying out daily vehicle, equipment, and safety checks before and after shifts.
- Driving responsibly, following road safety regulations and company delivery schedules.
- Loading, securing, and unloading goods with care, including chilled and frozen products.
- Using handheld devices to record deliveries and capture proof of delivery.
- Providing friendly and professional service to customers, resolving delivery queries where needed.
- Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and reporting any issues promptly.
- Wearing PPE and representing the company brand with professionalism at all times.
Person Specification
- Full, clean driving licence appropriate to 7.5T vehicles.
- Valid CPC.
- Confident navigating London roads and traffic conditions
- Able to handle heavy loads safely.
- Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility to adapt to changing demands.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining safety standards.
- Strong team player with excellent customer service skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Punctual and reliable with a professional work ethic.
Benefits:
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Career Development: We provide opportunities for growth and learning.
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Extra Holidays: 31 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays (plus 2 days after 4 years of service).
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Wellness day: Take 1 wellness day every year on us.
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Discounts: Get 15% off trade prices at our sister company, Salvo 1968, and access to exclusive offers on companyshopgroup.co.uk.
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Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health, legal, and financial advice via our Employee Assistance Programme.
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Team Socials: Join us for annual Christmas and summer parties.
