Reporting to the Catering Logistics Manager, the Lead Driver is responsible for overseeing and managing a team of catering drivers, ensuring the successful execution of catering orders and events. This role involves scheduling, coordinating logistics, and providing leadership to ensure timely and efficient delivery of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and schedule a team of catering drivers to ensure efficient operations.
• Logistics Coordination: Plan and coordinate the transportation of food, beverages, and equipment to event locations.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Ensure all vehicles are properly maintained, including regular inspections, servicing, and addressing any mechanical issues promptly.
• Quality Control: Ensure all deliveries meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service, addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all drivers adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Training: Train new drivers on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Reporting: Maintain records of vehicles, driver performance and internal delivery and or vehicle requests.

• Valid G Class License with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience in a leadership role within catering or logistics preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Completion of Food Handling and Alcohol Service training an asset

Physical Demands:

Activities: Lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing.

PPE: May require uniforms and personal protective equipment.

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.

Ready for the next chapter of your career? Why not make one of Canada's leading restaurant groups a part of it! We value relentless innovation and kick-ass creativity! We provide advancement through training and development and our hands on managers empower people and awaken ability through responsibility and respect.

*This role pays $25+ per hour*

What's in it for you?

• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% dining discount for all O&B locations for you and up to 3 guests
• Employee referral program
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• O&B is one of Canada's largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec