Independent Contract Bakery Delivery Driver (Routed Deliveries in San Francisco)
About The Position
Josey’s Baker is seeking independent contract drivers to deliver wholesale bakery products on pre-planned routes within San Francisco city limits. Drivers pick up fresh bread and pastries at the bakery’s production facility in the Mission District and deliver them to assigned stores, cafes, restaurants, and other clients. Drivers use their own reliable sedan or SUV. The opportunity offers flexible scheduling and short, predictable routes for supplemental income. Drivers are expected to arrive for scheduled early-morning pickups, load and unload bakery products, verify orders and obtain proof of delivery, provide professional customer service, maintain delivery logs using an app or other provided tools, and report issues. They must keep their vehicle clean and suitable for food transport and comply with traffic laws and food-safety standards. The role involves repeatedly lifting 50 pounds or more and navigating San Francisco traffic and tight spaces. The posting lists average hourly pay of $31, including base pay and tips, weekly pay through multiple payment options, the opportunity to claim multiple routes, flexible route acceptance, an operations team, and a routing and delivery app. The work location is on the road.
Requirements
- Valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record; a DMV check is required.
- At least one year of professional driving or delivery experience.
- Reliable personal sedan or SUV with sufficient cargo space for bakery racks or boxes and a clean interior suitable for food transport.
- Proof of current auto insurance and vehicle registration; commercial or rideshare/delivery coverage is preferred.
- Smartphone with a data plan for route navigation and delivery tracking.
- Comfort navigating San Francisco traffic and tight spaces.
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds or more and work in a fast-paced, physical environment.
- Reliability, punctuality, and ability to commit to assigned routes.
- Familiarity with San Francisco roads and neighborhoods.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
- Must pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Food-handling or bakery wholesale delivery experience.
- Previous contract delivery experience, such as Amazon Flex, DoorDash, or Roadie.
- Enthusiasm for artisan bread and local food businesses.
Responsibilities
- Arrive at the Josey’s Baker facility for scheduled early-morning pickup.
- Safely load a personal vehicle with fresh wholesale bakery products.
- Follow pre-planned routes and deliver orders to multiple stores, cafes, restaurants, and other clients within San Francisco.
- Verify orders and obtain signatures or other proof of delivery; handle basic receipts.
- Provide friendly, professional customer service at delivery stops.
- Unload and organize products at each stop, including repeatedly lifting 50 pounds or more.
- Maintain accurate delivery logs using an app or provided tools and report issues.
- Keep the vehicle clean, organized, and suitable for food transport.
- Follow traffic laws and food-safety standards.
Benefits
- Average hourly pay of $31, including base pay and tips.
- Opportunity to claim multiple routes per day or week for higher earnings.
- Predictable, pre-assigned routes within San Francisco.
- Weekly pay through multiple payment options.
- Flexible scheduling; drivers can accept routes that fit their availability.
- Supportive operations team and easy-to-use routing and delivery app.
- Opportunity to work with a premium local bakery brand.
- Flexible schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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