Milk Round

Delivery Driver - Milk Roundsperson

Location: Hereford, Herefordshire

Department: Depot Operations

Hours: 4 nights per week, minimum 38 hours, flexibility required. Start times typically between 23:00 – 02:00

Cotteswold Dairy, one of the UK’s leading independent family-owned dairies, is seeking a reliable and motivated Delivery Driver to join our Hereford team. This is a high-intensity, multi-drop milk delivery role – just like the traditional milk round – delivering fresh dairy products direct to customers’ doors. You’ll be the friendly face of our business on the doorstep, providing excellent customer service throughout your round.

The Role – Delivery Driver (Milk Roundsperson)

As a Delivery Driver, you’ll operate on a set milk round, covering both rural countryside and urban areas. Using handheld technology, you’ll process orders, update customer accounts, and manage any payments. You’ll load your vehicle with accuracy, secure products for safe travel, and complete deliveries in line with agreed schedules. This is a physically active role involving night shifts, early mornings, and manual handling.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver milk and dairy products to doorstep customers on time and in full

Operate as a milk roundsperson, covering both rural and town delivery routes

Use handheld devices to record deliveries, customer orders, and payments

Load and unload your delivery vehicle, ensuring all products are secured

Follow all food hygiene, health & safety, and security procedures

Collect empty bottles, returns, and payments where required

Maintain your vehicle in a clean and roadworthy conditionWhat We’re Looking For

Full UK driving licence – standard Category B licence accepted

Good customer service and communication skills

Physically fit for manual handling in a fast-paced role

Comfortable with early morning starts and working nights

Reliable, with strong time management and attention to detail

Previous experience in a delivery driver, milk delivery, or retail role is desirable but not essential – full training will be givenBenefits

Competitive salary with commission, gallonage payments, and driving bonuses

18 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)

Discounted products and delivery options

Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)

Health and wellbeing support through Simply HealthIf you’re looking for a rewarding driving role as a Delivery Driver, Milk Roundsperson, or Milk Delivery Driver in a respected family-run business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our Hereford Depot and bring the tradition of the milk round to life for our valued customers