Driver

About the Company

Established in 1997, Taiko is the pioneer in manufacturing sushi products for the UK supermarket sector. Over 25 years, Taiko has become the UK's leading innovator in Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals, and Snacking products, supplying major retailers like Waitrose, Tesco, and Sainsbury's. The company operates globally with over 1500 retail kiosks, 63 YO! restaurants, and multiple distribution locations.

Job Overview

This full-time driver role is based at Taiko's Acton site and focuses on warehouse operations, delivering and receiving chilled and frozen goods, and maintaining high standards of stock management and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand the operation and products thoroughly to support daily tasks.
• Maintain high reliability, flexibility, and punctuality.
• Drive a van to collect chilled and frozen goods as required.
• Unload delivery trucks safely using a forklift.
• Verify received goods against delivery notes for accuracy in item types and quantities.
• Check temperatures of chilled and frozen products before approving deliveries.
• Report any stock shortages or warehouse equipment failures promptly to supervisory staff.
• Label all incoming stock accurately with barcodes and GRN numbers.
• Place stock items correctly within the warehouse based on guidelines.
• Pick stock items following the planner's instructions using first-in, first-out methods.
• Keep warehouse and yard areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Break down cardboard boxes and consolidate bales in assigned areas.
• Assist the dispatch team whenever needed.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures consistently.

Candidate Requirements

• Good command of English sufficient for effective job performance.
• Strong sense of punctuality, reliability, and flexibility.
• Ability to undertake ad hoc tasks as assigned.
• Proficiency in driving vans and forklift operation for unloading activities.

Benefits and Perks

• Potential career progression opportunities supported by an apprentice program.
• Comprehensive support services enhancing physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Access to specialized rewards, including retail, cinema, and gym discounts.
• Enjoy 50% discounts on dining for yourself and up to three companions.
• Contribution to award-winning sustainability initiatives aligned with UN goals including responsible sourcing and extensive use of recyclable and recycled packaging.
• Annual awards celebrations with opportunities for winning managers to visit Japan.

Company Values

• Think like an owner, be passionate, speak openly, and move fast together.

Additional Information

Regular contracted hours offer stability and involvement with a dynamic global company committed to innovative food solutions and sustainable practices.