HGV Driver Class 2 (Nights)
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently looking to grow our team and are hiring for CAT C Drivers (Night shifts)
Gate Gourmet is the world's largest independent provider of catering services for airlines and is the core business behind gategroup, whose eleven associated brands offer customers a comprehensive scope of products and services for virtually any on-board need. We provide more than 200 million meals a year to our 270-plus customers at some 120 airport locations around the globe.
As a driver, you are responsible for the safe delivery of our high-quality products safely from the unit to waiting aircraft at Luton and Cardiff airport.
In this role, you will be expected to drive from the unit to the airport and back based on client flight schedule. At the airport, you will liaise with airline personnel when required, ensuring the safe loading / unloading of products onto the aircraft. When not driving at the unit, you will be flexible and assist with any tasks assigned to you. This role does not involve long extended hours of driving.
If you have a LGV / HGV licence (Minimum Class C), Tachograph Card (Tacho Card) and CPC – Drivers Qualification Card please get in touch.
Working as part of a dedicated and passionate team of people you will be rewarded with free meals whilst on shift, free on-site parking and free uniform. We offer various training and development opportunities to our employees as we are committed to your success.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a CRC (Criminal Record Check) and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history.
If you share our values of excellence, passion, integrity and accountability, don’t miss out on this opportunity to join our team. Apply TODAY.
The business is operating on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern:-
- Shift 1: 1900-0700 (Luton run)
- Shift 2: 2100-0900 (Cardiff run)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Catering & Food Service Contractors
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Driver Class 2 (Nights) roles across gategroup's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Catering & Food Service Contractors.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £17 - £17 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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