Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Meals Now Fleet
Job overview
The Catering Delivery Driver role at Meals Now Fleet involves delivering and setting up large catering orders, representing the company professionally to maintain high service standards.
Responsibilities and impact
Drivers pick up catering orders from premium restaurants, deliver and set up food at various venues, follow precise delivery instructions, and take clean setup photos while maintaining professionalism and punctuality.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation ranges from $18 to $50+ per delivery with weekly pay via Everee and additional incentives for on-time performance and photo quality.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license and insurance, a smartphone with internet, professional appearance, and ability to perform light lifting and setup; catering bag and cart are required or must be purchased.
Work environment and culture
Meals Now Fleet emphasizes professionalism, punctuality, and high service standards, working with a select group of dependable and communicative drivers.
Company information
Meals Now is a white-glove catering delivery company trusted by top national brands, focusing exclusively on catering delivery rather than fast food or groceries.
Team overview
Drivers work as independent contractors representing Meals Now and its restaurant partners in their local markets.
Job location and travel
The position is based in New Brunswick, NJ, requiring weekday morning and lunch shifts from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM EST.
Unique job features
This role is unique in focusing solely on catering delivery with high standards, no gig stacking, and incentives for quality and timeliness, distinguishing it from typical gig delivery jobs.
Company overview
Meals Now Fleet operates in New Brunswick, NJ, providing catering delivery services with a focus on logistics and transportation solutions for food businesses. The company hires drivers, including both CDL and non-CDL positions, to facilitate efficient mid-mile and last-mile deliveries, ensuring timely and reliable service for clients. Revenue is generated through delivery contracts and partnerships with local catering providers, leveraging a flexible workforce to meet varying demand. Meals Now Fleet plays a key role in supporting the food service industry by bridging the gap between caterers and their customers. The company's operational model emphasizes adaptability and responsiveness to the needs of both drivers and business partners.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience with professional delivery services, punctuality, and customer-facing roles to align with Meals Now Fleet's focus on high-standard catering delivery.
Highlight your reliability, ability to handle large catering orders, and skills in following precise delivery instructions, including setup and photo documentation, as these are critical for the role.
Apply through multiple platforms such as the Meals Now Fleet corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current drivers or the operations team at Meals Now Fleet on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like complimenting their commitment to white-glove service or asking about tips for succeeding in the catering delivery role.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'catering delivery,' 'professionalism,' 'punctuality,' 'setup,' and 'customer service' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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