Company Description
Dinner Ladies is a hospitality-focused catering company known for bold, exciting flavors, seasonal menus, and high-quality British produce. The team delivers highly personalized service, orchestrating large-scale events from start to finish, including staff, venue selection, and curated interior and table design. Co-founded by Lily Cai and Emily Plunket, Dinner Ladies grew from a shared love of food and culture, developed during their time living and cooking in China. The company caters for weddings in and outside London, fashion and film shoots, contract and corporate catering, and private events, acting as changemakers, educators, caregivers, and creative curators in the food and events space. Applicants can expect to join a dynamic, values-driven team that blends creativity, cultural influence, and professional service.
Role Description
The Freelance Driver and Warehouse and Events Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in London. Day-to-day responsibilities include driving company vehicles to transport food, equipment, and event materials safely and on schedule, loading and unloading goods, and supporting warehouse organization, inventory checks, and equipment preparation. The role also involves assisting with event setup and breakdown, including arranging furniture, décor, and catering stations, and providing on-site support to the operations and events teams during live events. The assistant will be expected to follow health and safety procedures, maintain vehicle and equipment cleanliness, and communicate clearly with colleagues and clients to ensure smooth event execution. Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends, is required to support the events schedule.
Qualifications
- Professional driving skills, including Truck Driving experience and familiarity with operating a Truck safely and efficiently.
- Valid CDL Class A or equivalent license appropriate for operating larger vehicles in the UK, with a strong safety and compliance mindset.
- Strong Communication skills to coordinate effectively with warehouse staff, event teams, and clients on-site.
- Proven Customer Service skills, with the ability to represent Dinner Ladies professionally and courteously during deliveries and events.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks, including lifting, carrying, and setting up event equipment and furniture.
- Experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, or event logistics is highly beneficial.
- Reliability, punctuality, and strong time-management skills, with the capacity to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, or willingness to complete relevant training.
- Right to work in the UK and familiarity with London routes and traffic conditions.
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