Route Relief Driver

Cozzini Bros. is America’s leading knife rental and sharpening service, trusted by over 100,000 restaurants and commercial kitchens nationwide. We provide Cozzini-engineered knives and blades, exchanged every two weeks to keep kitchens sharp and efficient.

Founded in 1905 as a family business in Chicago, Cozzini has evolved into the premier solution for enhancing commercial kitchens' quality, consistency, and safety everywhere! We are driven by six core values:
Safety, Service, Trust, Team, Continuous Improvement, and Integrity. These values give us the cutting edge in knife exchange.

• Diverse Responsibilities:
  Cover for regular Route Drivers, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
• Stable, Reliable Work: A recurring service vendor in kitchens, not a one-time delivery of goods.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401k with company match, seven paid holidays, and paid vacation.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Be part of a growing company with opportunities to advance.
• Team Spirit:
  Join a supportive team environment where your contribution matters.

• Serve as a relief driver for regular Route Drivers, learning the specifics of various routes.
• Load and organize the truck by invoice to ensure route accuracy.
• Deliver and exchange cutlery to national and local restaurants, food service, and grocery customers.
• Handle program delivery and product sales, including can openers.
• Collect payments on invoices and ensure accurate daily cash reconciliation.
• Maintain correct inventory for all accounts, replacing worn knives and delivery boxes.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, addressing any service issues promptly.
• Operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with all regulations.
• Report any customer requests to cancel service due to pricing/competition to your supervisor immediately.
• Coordinate shipments to and from the sharpening center as needed.
• Pursue new business opportunities through cold calls and follow-ups, showcasing Cozzini Bros. services and products.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly
• Capability to reach, twist, turn, bend, and pull
• Proficiency in climbing and navigating various terrains
• The capacity to sit and stand for extended periods
• Dexterity to load and unload delivery items safely
• Endurance for physical tasks throughout a 10-hour shift
• Compliance with safe driving techniques for company vehicles
• Maintain physical stamina to manage light-duty deliveries consistently
• Adherence to safety protocols while executing physically demanding tasks
• Ability to handle and operate handheld devices for delivery tracking and inventory management

Note:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all requirements for this role. Anyone who feels they would be a strong candidate is encouraged to apply.