Delivery Driver- Purveying (non-CDL)
Company
CITARELLA OPERATINGS LLC
Location
Bronx, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
20–27 an hour
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality) Citarella has grown from a respected NYC fish market into a full-scale, Ultimate Gourmet Market with locations across New York City, the Hamptons, and Greenwich, Connecticut.
A family-run business, we’re driven by a passion for great food. We delight customers with the finest selection of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged beef, chef-prepared specialties and handcrafted pastries, international cheeses, imported groceries, and more. Join our team of seasoned professionals and become a part of the fabric of the New York food scene.
Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking a reliable and efficient food delivery driver to join our team. The food delivery driver will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of goods to predetermined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, loading and unloading trucks, and providing exceptional customer service. Our ideal candidates have a clean driving record, are punctual, can work under time pressure, and have excellent customer service skills. MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY. Schedule is varied.
Role and Responsibilities
• Pack and load products onto trucks according to company’s specifications
• Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes
• Maintain ongoing communication with route dispatcher
• Unload goods as per client specifications
• Review deliveries with customers to ensure products meet their needs
• Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer
• Navigate efficiently between multiple delivery locations
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing customers’ questions or concerns
• Communicate effectively with the restaurant or food service establishment for any order discrepancies or special instructions
• Conduct inspections of vehicle before departing to deliver goods
• Follow traffic laws and street signs to ensure safe delivery
• Maintain a clean and operational vehicle
Qualifications and Requirements
• Proven experience as a delivery driver in the tri-state area
• Valid professional driver’s license
• Ability to operate hand truck in a variety of weather and traffic conditions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good driving record with no traffic violation
Preferred skills:
• Prior experience in a food/ retail company is a plus.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
• Organized, reliable, and demonstrate timelines
• Able to meet physical demands of the position
At Citarella, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Citarella will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
EOE/M/F/V/D
3AM-12PM and 1PM-10PM
A family-run business, we’re driven by a passion for great food. We delight customers with the finest selection of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged beef, chef-prepared specialties and handcrafted pastries, international cheeses, imported groceries, and more. Join our team of seasoned professionals and become a part of the fabric of the New York food scene.
Citarella, The Ultimate Gourmet Market, is seeking a reliable and efficient food delivery driver to join our team. The food delivery driver will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of goods to predetermined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, loading and unloading trucks, and providing exceptional customer service. Our ideal candidates have a clean driving record, are punctual, can work under time pressure, and have excellent customer service skills. MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY. Schedule is varied.
Role and Responsibilities
• Pack and load products onto trucks according to company’s specifications
• Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes
• Maintain ongoing communication with route dispatcher
• Unload goods as per client specifications
• Review deliveries with customers to ensure products meet their needs
• Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer
• Navigate efficiently between multiple delivery locations
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing customers’ questions or concerns
• Communicate effectively with the restaurant or food service establishment for any order discrepancies or special instructions
• Conduct inspections of vehicle before departing to deliver goods
• Follow traffic laws and street signs to ensure safe delivery
• Maintain a clean and operational vehicle
Qualifications and Requirements
• Proven experience as a delivery driver in the tri-state area
• Valid professional driver’s license
• Ability to operate hand truck in a variety of weather and traffic conditions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good driving record with no traffic violation
Preferred skills:
• Prior experience in a food/ retail company is a plus.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
• Organized, reliable, and demonstrate timelines
• Able to meet physical demands of the position
At Citarella, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Citarella will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
EOE/M/F/V/D
3AM-12PM and 1PM-10PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
