Zingerman's Bakehouse Overnight Delivery Driver

Description

Description

Zingerman's  Bakehouse is hiring an Overnight Delivery Driver to work on our team!  This overnight shift is from 12am-10am. Come join our Bakery Staff and  deliver some of the best baked goods in the State! Hired individual will  be delivering to our customers in and around Southeast Michigan. Must  have great communication skills and a positive attitude to interact with  our customers.

What can you expect?

• A welcoming workplace where you can bring your whole quirky self to work; it's appreciated and acknowledged.
• An active, physical job. (You’ll easily close those rings on your watch every day!)
• Fun and engaged teammates who support each other. 
• Making delicious and beautiful products to be proud of.
• Managing  partners working with you side-by-side. (Our two current owners started  as hourly staff, so they know your potential for growth.)
• A  business education while you work! Learn Zingerman’s  nationally-acclaimed business practices and put them into action. Hello  resume builder!
• A discount at all Zingerman’s businesses and lots of free food.

Sound like the place you’ve been looking for? Please apply. Need more details? Keep reading!

What does the job pay?

Starting  pay is $18.00 per hour to start, negotiable based on experience.  Zingerman's Bakehouse has an exciting training strategy with clearly  defined expectations and pay increases along the way.

What are the requirements and skills needed for this job?

Availability Required:

• Four 10-hour shifts per week between the hours of 12am and 10am.
• Flexible schedule with weekend availability preferred
• Holiday availability
• Full availability in November and December (we don't take any extra time off during these months)

Performance Expectations - Essential Functions:

• Loads and unloads delivery truck for assigned route
• Drives Bakehouse 16' box truck to deliver baked goods in the Southeast Michigan area
• Handles all our products with love and care
• Delivers orders to our customers in a timely and safe manner
• Adheres to the Zingerman's Guide to Good Driving and follows all Michigan driving laws
• Gives excellent service to other drivers on the road and our customers

Success Patterns:

• Experience driving a delivery truck is preferred but not required
• Must have valid Michigan Drivers' License and good driving record
• Must have or be able to acquire a valid Chauffeur's License
• Has a valid DOT Medical Card (or able to obtain one after hire)
• Can lift 70 pounds repeatedly
• Can work weekends and holidays
• Available to work 12am-10am, 4 shifts a week approximately 10 hours per shift.
• 3 days off per week

Desired Characteristics:

• Has basic math skills and takes pride in work accuracy.
• Is responsible and dependable
• Can learn quickly and work in a fast paced environment
• Sees themselves as service superstars.
• Works well with others

Are there any benefits or perks?

• After 90 days of service:    
  • Company paid long term disability
  • Company contribution to medical and dental insurance
  • Company contribution towards your health savings account + rewards program
• 401k matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met
• Paid training
• Paid lunch breaks
• Paid time off
• Free  access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides a variety  of resources and services to employees and eligible dependents

Fun Additional Benefits!

• Up to 5 free loaves of bread each week
• Up to 65% discount on baked goods from the Bakehouse
• $1 sandwiches and/or salad made on site for employee lunch
• 25% reimbursement for massages
• Free swag
• Discounts at local businesses
• Post orientation benefit of 40% off at all Zingerman’s Businesses

Who are we?

Zingerman's  Bakehouse is a wholesale bakery, retail shop, and baking school for  home bakers. We sell to specialty food stores, cafés and restaurants in  southeastern Michigan. We are real artisan bakers, meaning we use  traditional methods and flavorful ingredients to make our food.

Where are we?

Zingerman's  Bakehouse is located on the south side of Ann Arbor at 3711 Plaza  Drive. While there is a bus stop within walking distance, the Bakehouse  is NOT located on AATA bus route.

Who are we hiring?

The  Delivery Department is looking for a full time Night Delivery Driver.  Available to work 12am-10am, 4 shifts a week approximately 10 hours per  shift. 3 days off per week!We are looking for team members with flexible  schedules who can work weekends and holidays.

What's the hiring process like?

You  can expect to hear from us within a week of submitting your application  either by email or phone. If selected, you may receive a phone  interview, an in-person interview, and/or a working interview. From  there, you will hear from us to either offer you a position or let you  know we are moving forward with other candidates. Our goal is to keep  you informed along the way!