Penzance Taxis • Penzance, Cornwall
About this role
Job Description
Everyone has heard their family say the phrase, "I'm not your taxi driver" at some point, but what does a taxi driver's job actually involve?
Taxi drivers provide an essential service bringing holidaymakers to airports, children to school, shoppers back home and helping those with mobility problems get from A to B.
So, what will I actually be doing?
The successful applicant will be self-employed and will be provided with a fully plated taxi for which all running expenses are paid by the company including fuel, insurance etc. The driver will pay a weekly rental for the vehicle at a % of the amount they take in fares.
You will need to hold a full UK driving License for at least 1 year
Ideally you will hold a Hackney Carriage/Private Hire drivers Licence issued by Cornwall Council, however, for the right person we can help you with this. It is a simple process and takes around 6 weeks.
We are looking to recruit an additional Friday, Saturday and Sunday Night time driver, with the option to increase hours with holiday and sickness cover.
In addition this driver will have a school contract week days..
Responsibilities and Duties
Your job involves
Picking up and delivering customers
Taking the fastest and safest route
Helping to load and unload the vehicle
Calculating the right fare and returning the correct change
Keeping your vehicle clean and in good working order (no one wants to get into a broken, untidy taxi)
Qualifications and Skills
Full UK driving license
Customer service skills
Hold a Hackney Carraige/Private Hire drivers Licence issued by Cornwall Council, however, for the right person we can help you with this. It is a simple process and takes around 6 weeks.
No criminal record.
Part-time hours
30 per week
Job Types
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary
£15,000 - £20,000 per year
COVID-19 considerations
To keep our drivers and customer safe we ask driver to wear masks and clean after each customer.