Route Relief Driver
About The Position
Cozzini Bros. is America’s leading knife rental and sharpening service, trusted by over 100,000 restaurants and commercial kitchens nationwide. We provide Cozzini-engineered knives and blades, exchanged every two weeks to keep kitchens sharp and efficient. Founded in 1905 as a family business in Chicago, Cozzini has evolved into the premier solution for enhancing commercial kitchens' quality, consistency, and safety everywhere! We are driven by six core values: Safety, Service, Trust, Team, Continuous Improvement, and Integrity. These values give us the cutting edge in knife exchange.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly
- Capability to reach, twist, turn, bend, and pull
- Proficiency in climbing and navigating various terrains
- The capacity to sit and stand for extended periods
- Dexterity to load and unload delivery items safely
- Endurance for physical tasks throughout a 10-hour shift
- Compliance with safe driving techniques for company vehicles
- Maintain physical stamina to manage light-duty deliveries consistently
- Adherence to safety protocols while executing physically demanding tasks
- Ability to handle and operate handheld devices for delivery tracking and inventory management
Responsibilities
- Serve as a relief driver for regular Route Drivers, learning the specifics of various routes.
- Load and organize the truck by invoice to ensure route accuracy.
- Deliver and exchange cutlery to national and local restaurants, food service, and grocery customers.
- Handle program delivery and product sales, including can openers.
- Collect payments on invoices and ensure accurate daily cash reconciliation.
- Maintain correct inventory for all accounts, replacing worn knives and delivery boxes.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships, addressing any service issues promptly.
- Operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with all regulations.
- Report any customer requests to cancel service due to pricing/competition to your supervisor immediately.
- Coordinate shipments to and from the sharpening center as needed.
- Pursue new business opportunities through cold calls and follow-ups, showcasing Cozzini Bros. services and products.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401k with company match
- Seven paid holidays
- Paid vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
