Storeperson - Driver

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where your contribution truly matters?

Join Service Foods Tauranga as a Store Person – Driver and become part of a growing, supportive team that values hard work, collaboration, and a positive attitude.

About the Role

• Location: Porutu Place, Tauriko
• Employment Type: Permanent, full time
• Start Date: Immediate
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (early starts between 05:00 am - 06:00 am, finish by 2:00–2:30 pm)
• Occasional Saturday delivery runs required
• Second Mondays off during off-peak season

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our operations team, you'll enjoy a mix of responsibilities across warehousing and delivery. This role is perfect for someone who values variety, takes pride in their work, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves.

Your tasks will include:

• Providing cover for delivery drivers during leave or absences
• Driving and delivering goods to customers
• Offering face-to-face customer service
• Supporting the warehouse team when not driving
• Stocktakes, inwards goods, and stock facing

Requirements: Class 2 licence (essential), forklift licence (preferred).

Key Responsibilities:

Delivery Operations

• Operate delivery vehicles (vans and trucks) safely and efficiently
• Load and unload goods, ensuring secure and timely deliveries
• Maintain accurate delivery records and provide excellent customer service
• Familiarity with Tauranga and surrounding areas is a bonus

Receiving Deliveries

• Receive, inspect, and record incoming goods
• Barcode, price, and document all inwards stock
• Manage discrepancies and ensure quality standards are met
• Label and categorise stock appropriately

Operational Support

• Assist with truck loading and dispatch
• Process invoices and support dispatch operations
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and stock rotation (FIFO)
• Perform heavy lifting and general warehouse duties

Health & Safety

• Follow all health, safety, and food safety protocols
• Monitor expiry dates and ensure product freshness

What We're Looking For:

We're after a reliable, proactive team player who's ready to hit the ground running. While experience in warehousing or food distribution is a plus, it's your attitude and work ethic that matter most.

Essential:

• Forklift licence
• Class 2 Driver's Licence (manual transmission preferred)
• Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office and ability to learn SAGE)
• Good communication, literacy, and numeracy skills
• Clean driving and criminal record

Desirable:

• Previous warehouse or pick-packing experience
• Knowledge of food products and NZ work experience
• Flexibility to work overtime or additional shifts when required

Why Join Us?

At Service Foods, we're more than just a food distribution company—we're a team that values creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility. We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Career development opportunities
• A supportive, values-driven work culture

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a dynamic team, apply now to join Service Foods Tauranga

Please Note:

All successful applicants must complete pre-employment checks including references, Ministry of Justice and ACC checks, and drug and alcohol testing by an accredited provider.

Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.