Overnight Delivery Driver

Who doesn’t love doughnuts, right?! TDP Bakery exists to bring fresh indulgent bakery products to places where people could normally never enjoy them. Fresh, never frozen, bakery is just better. We look for team members who believe in the benefit of providing Honestly Fresh™ food in an ocean of frozen and preservative-filled products through our Doughnut Peddler™ and BakeFace™ brands, along with additional products produced under our partners’ labels. We strive to be Indispensable Partners with customers who want to provide that benefit to their consumers through a full portfolio of indulgent baked goods.

Ready to take a step up in your career and have some independence? Looking for a casual, easygoing work environment with a flexible schedule? Want to have a leader who coaches you to excel? Want to be part of a family-oriented culture where every team member is valued and supported?

Great news! We have immediate openings for Overnight Route Drivers to deliver fresh-baked doughnuts from our Chattanooga distribution center to our local customers. We set you up with the training, equipment, and delivery truck that you will need to be successful – we just need you to come with a can-do attitude and a desire to better yourself.

Who we are:

TDP Bakery is an established company that manufactures and self-distributes to thousands of locations nightly. This formerly small family business has expanded rapidly over the past five years but still maintains the benefits of a close-knit culture and entrepreneurial spirit. Our combined bakeries manufacture millions of fresh bakery items every week, and our distribution teams drive enough miles each day to circle the earth to ensure that our consumers can enjoy something truly fresh.

Here are just a few of the perks:

• Daily earnings of up to $164.71-$228.48 depending on route (paid out bi-weekly)
• Monthly bonus of up to $325
• Full- time and part-time opportunities available
• Paid time off
• Flexible days and routes
• Full benefits - medical/dental/vision/life/disability
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Last, but not least, free doughnuts!

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Trip Duties:

• Conduct a thorough pre-trip vehicle inspection at the start of each shift using a handheld device to ensure safety and compliance.
• Efficiently load products (up to 20 lbs each) into the truck, following the designated loading plan for optimal organization and transport.

On The Route:

• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety policies, with driving habits monitored through Lytx telematics systems to promote safe practices and sound judgment.
• Utilize a handheld device for route information and navigation.  Visual and audible guidance through Google Maps is available as needed
• Any non-compliance is viewed as a valuable growth opportunity and will be supported by personalized, one-on-one coaching sessions with Distribution Center Supervisor.

Store Delivery:

• Park safely in compliance with company guidelines by backing into designated spaces, avoiding restricted zones, and managing vehicle speed with caution while navigating parking areas.
• Accurately select and verify invoices and corresponding products for each store, ensuring that all items are accounted for and in the correct location.
• Identify, count, and inspect products for expiration, recording all data accurately in handheld device.
• Remove expired products and restock new items according to the approved planogram.
• Execute all tasks with professionalism as a public representative of the company.

Post-Route Duties:

• Safely unload expired products, trash, trays, and baskets.
• Thoroughly clean and wipe down the cab interior, ensuring the truck and equipment are returned in a clean and serviceable condition.

Training:

• Engage in three days of hands-on training with experienced drivers who provide real-time feedback to help new drivers develop safe habits and enhance their proficiency.
• Receive comprehensive instruction on all equipment and processes, including safety videos and corresponding driving assessments.

What We Need from You:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Availability to work overnight shifts between 6 PM and 6 AM (shift schedule may vary).
• Ensure you can get at least seven hours of restful sleep during the day to prioritize your safety and the well-being of those around you.
• Willingness to work any day of the week.
• Clean drug screen required (including testing negative for marijuana).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for the past three years. A copy of your past three-year MVR report is required at the time of the interview. You can obtain online here: https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/mvr.html.
• Confidence in operating a 10-foot box truck on highways, busy streets, and in parking lots.
• Ability to obey all traffic rules and avoid safety hazards.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 35 lbs.
• Professional interaction with store staff and customers.
• Openness to receiving feedback and coaching regarding monitored driving habits.

We look forward to welcoming you to the family . . . apply today!

*We are a second-chance employer and believe in providing opportunity. A background check is required for all new hires, but a prior felony conviction is not an automatic disqualifier.*

The Doughnut Peddler is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other category protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $164.71 - $228.48 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years of age?
• Do you have a copy of your past 3-year driving record (MVR)? You can obtain online here: https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/mvr.html
• Do you have experience working an overnight shift?
• What days of the week are you available to work?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Delivery/Route Driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $325