Driver

• Key Responsibilities

1. Driving & TransportSafely drive company vehicles (Car / Tempo / Delivery Van) for:

• Material / raw material / packaging transport between kitchens & outlets
• Food delivery to corporate clients, hotels, events, catering sites
• Bank, office work, vendor visits and other official duties
• Ensure timely reporting as per duty schedule – no delay without information.
• Follow assigned routes and time schedules; update location to seniors when needed.

2. Vehicle Care & MaintenanceDaily vehicle check: fuel, oil, water, tyre air, lights, indicators, horn, brakes, wipers etc.

• Maintain vehicle cleanliness (inside & outside) at all times.
• Keep track of service schedule, PUC, insurance, RTO documents and inform management in advance.
• Immediately report any breakdown, damage, accident or repair requirement to the Admin / Manager.

3. Safety, Compliance & DocumentationAlways carry valid driving licence, RC, insurance, PUC and required documents in the vehicle.

• Strictly follow traffic rules, speed limits and safety norms – seat belt, indicators, no rash driving.
• No mobile usage while driving (except hands-free / as per law and only if urgent).
• Record trip details – km reading, fuel slips, toll receipts and submit them regularly.

4. Loading, Unloading & Delivery HandlingAssist in loading & unloading of goods, food parcels, equipment, gas cylinders, etc., carefully.

• Ensure food and material is transported safely, hygienically and without damage / spillage.
• Collect receipts, challans, GR, gate passes, PODs and hand them over to office daily.

5. Behaviour & Company DisciplineMaintain polite and professional behaviour with staff, clients, security and vendors.

• Follow all company rules, timings, dress code and discipline policies of Paksha Kitchen.
• Maintain confidentiality – no sharing of company information, rates, routes, client details etc.
• Be available for early morning / late night duty if required for operations or catering events (with prior notice and as per policy).
• Candidate Profile – Qualifications & SkillsEducation: Basic schooling (10th pass preferred, but not compulsory if experienced).
• Licence: Valid LMV / commercial driving licence with clean record.

Experience:

• 3+ years experience as a driver (company / hotel / catering / logistics preferred).
• Experience driving in Pune city & nearby areas is a strong advantage.

Skills & Attributes:

• Safe, patient and non-aggressive driving style.
• Punctual, reliable, honest and disciplined.
• Basic understanding of Google Maps / navigation (or willingness to learn).
• Physically fit for loading/unloading and long working hours when required.
• Working Conditions & Expectations 6-7 days working (weekly off as per company schedule).
• Duty hours as per Paksha Kitchen policy (overtime as per need and rules).
• Must be ready for early morning, late night or outstation duty occasionally, when operations require.
• Company may assign any company vehicle as per requirement (car/van/tempo).