Delivery Driver - #190501

Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.

We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson’s and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.

The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.

Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS.

If you’re looking to join a business that is passionate, encourages you to be the best you can be, and values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Overview Of Role

Location: Gateshead

Annual Salary: £37,097 | Multi-Drop Deliveries

Are you a skilled Class C Delivery Driver looking for a company that truly values you? Do you want to be part of a team that prioritizes safety, career development, and work-life balance? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

At Allied Bakeries, we’re not just delivering bread – we’re delivering excellence, reliability, and top-tier service to our customers. With a 4-star rating on Glassdoor, we’re proud of our reputation as an employer of choice and are committed to making work a rewarding experience for all our employees.

As a Class C Multi-Drop Delivery Driver, you’ll be a crucial part of our transport team, ensuring on-time deliveries to our customers’ stores. You’ll work five days over seven, with shifts starting at 3 am.

Key Accountabilities

Valid Class C Licence (held for at least 12 months) Up-to-date CPC Card

Experience in multi-drop deliveries

Commitment to safety-first driving and excellent customer service

Ability to work early morning shifts (3 am start)

Why join us?

Looking for a driving role where you're valued, supported and part of a great team?

Join Allied Bakeries at our Gateshead Depot and help deliver some of the UK's most loved bakery brands. Whether you're an experienced Class 2 driver or newly qualified and keen to get started, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.

In return, you'll enjoy competitive pay, a strong benefits package, a focus on safety and wellbeing, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with a well-established business.

Apply today and discover why so many of our colleagues choose to stay and grow with Allied Bakeries.

What We Offer

33 Days Annual Leave – Enjoy plenty of time to rest, recharge and spend time doing what matters most

Pension & Life Assurance – Up to 10% employer pension contributions, plus life assurance for added peace of mind

Simplyhealth Cash Plan – Helping you with the cost of everyday healthcare, including dental, optical and physiotherapy support

Retail Discounts & Savings – Access our 'Extra Slice' benefits platform with discounts at over 500 retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S, Currys and more

Electric Car & Cycle to Work Schemes – Save money while supporting greener travel options

Family-Friendly & Flexible Working Options – Supporting you to balance work and home life

Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for financial, legal and personal wellbeing whenever you need it

Recognition & Long Service Awards – Celebrating the contribution and achievements of our colleagues

Charitable Giving – Support our partnership with Save the Children through payroll giving and fundraising initiatives