Top Benefits
About the role
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
- FULL flex benefits program
- Company matching RRSP
- Family culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Profit Sharing
- 128 year, family owned and operated company history
Position Summary:
Responsible for all Transportation support services for Gordon Food Service. This will include maintaining, improving, and constructing departmental business processes.
Schedule: This is a fully in-office role, five days per week, with a scheduled workday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Essential Functions:
- Compiles weekly paperwork for Transportation employees and submits to payroll to ensure accurate pay on time.
- Answers emails to resolve problems or concerns for Drivers/Reps/Customers.
- Maintains trip reports and mileage records and reports changes.
- Provide Sales Service Drivers and helpers with the necessary paperwork and assets for completing their daily tasks
- Driver check in/out
- Keys control (Tractor & Store)
- Record keeping of assets coming in and out of the office
- Processing route paperwork, including checking for completion
- Documenting deficient paperwork
- Communicating late routes via email to sales/customer care/transportation/ELT
- Highlight and record concerns and issues through the Customer & Driver Experience Tracker
- Tracking incoming uniform packages and ensuring they are distributed to the correct individuals
- Other duties as assigned
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of Gordon Food Service
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience working in an effective, results-focused team environment.
- Proven ability to organize and manage time effectively, handling multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Slides, etc.).
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills for developing innovative solutions.
- Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities requiring ingenuity and innovation.
- Flexibility to work weekends and statutory holidays as required, subject to change based on business needs.
Education and Experience:
- High School / Equivalent
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
About Gordon Food Service
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Top Benefits
About the role
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
- FULL flex benefits program
- Company matching RRSP
- Family culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Profit Sharing
- 128 year, family owned and operated company history
Position Summary:
Responsible for all Transportation support services for Gordon Food Service. This will include maintaining, improving, and constructing departmental business processes.
Schedule: This is a fully in-office role, five days per week, with a scheduled workday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Essential Functions:
- Compiles weekly paperwork for Transportation employees and submits to payroll to ensure accurate pay on time.
- Answers emails to resolve problems or concerns for Drivers/Reps/Customers.
- Maintains trip reports and mileage records and reports changes.
- Provide Sales Service Drivers and helpers with the necessary paperwork and assets for completing their daily tasks
- Driver check in/out
- Keys control (Tractor & Store)
- Record keeping of assets coming in and out of the office
- Processing route paperwork, including checking for completion
- Documenting deficient paperwork
- Communicating late routes via email to sales/customer care/transportation/ELT
- Highlight and record concerns and issues through the Customer & Driver Experience Tracker
- Tracking incoming uniform packages and ensuring they are distributed to the correct individuals
- Other duties as assigned
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of Gordon Food Service
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience working in an effective, results-focused team environment.
- Proven ability to organize and manage time effectively, handling multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Slides, etc.).
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills for developing innovative solutions.
- Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities requiring ingenuity and innovation.
- Flexibility to work weekends and statutory holidays as required, subject to change based on business needs.
Education and Experience:
- High School / Equivalent
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
About Gordon Food Service
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.