At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver quality Waitrose produce and support the shop team with daily tasks.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Waitrose, known for exceptional service.
- Benefits: Earn £14.31 per hour plus a Night Premium of £3.75 for late shifts.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of our community, bringing joy to customers' doors.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid UK driving licence and great customer service skills.
As one of our Customer Delivery Drivers, you’ll be bringing the unique blend of quality Waitrose produce and Partner‑led service right to our customers’ doors. Actively playing out our ethos - passionate Partners serving food lovers. When you're not out on the road, you'll be back at the shop supporting the team with daily tasks like stock replenishment and housekeeping. Contributing to the efficient and productive running of the shop in a friendly and welcoming team.
In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £3.75 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements. Due to its nature, you need to be 18 years or older to work in this role.
Key Responsibilities- Checking your delivery routes for the day.
- Loading and preparing your van for deliveries, ensuring all orders are together and can be efficiently delivered directly to customers.
- Ensuring all of the appropriate vehicle safety checks are complete on your van, maintaining full road compliance, health and safety.
- Being an ambassador for the Waitrose brand while on the road with great customer service as your number one priority.
- Helping customers with their shopping and building a rapport with them based on trust and service.
- Supporting the wider shop team when required with general shopkeeping tasks.
- Full valid B-Category UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.
- Great customer service skills.
- Time management skills.
- Able to cope with the physical requirements of the role (e.g. lifting of crates, moving cages).
- Comfortable working independently with the ability to be self‑motivated and adaptable.
- IT literate.
- Previous experience in a driving role and a knowledge of chilled vehicles would be welcomed.
- Closing Date: June 13, 2026
- Pay: £14.31 Hourly
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours of Work: 22.75 hours of full part time work across seven days to include early starts, late finishes, evenings and weekends working either Sunday 06:30‑15:00, Monday 13:30‑21:45 and Wednesday 06:15‑14:30 or Wednesday 06:45‑14:30, Thursday 06:15‑14:30 and Saturday 06:30‑15:00.
- Location: Ampthill (Waitrose & Partners), 25 Bedford Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2LU
Additionally, some roles are subject to pre‑employment vetting, which may include DBS checks for successful candidates. If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process.
Customer Delivery Driver- Supermarket Assistant in Ampthill employer: John Lewis plc
At Waitrose & Partners, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work culture that values our Partners. As a Customer Delivery Driver in Ampthill, you'll enjoy competitive pay, including a Night Premium, and the opportunity to grow within a company that prioritises employee development and well-being. Join us in delivering quality produce and outstanding service while being part of a team that truly cares about its members and the community.
