Seasonal Driver Helper (Team 50 - Powell River)
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...
Division: British Columbia
Position: Seasonal Driver Helper (Team 50 - Powell River)
Schedule: 3 X 12 | Mon, Wed, Fri | 8:00am start
Wage: $23.41
Position Overview
This position rides with the Delivery Service Representative on established routes to ensure accurate, on-time delivery for GFS customers within standard operating procedures. This is a seasonal position until September or as needed per business requirements and help in other areas as needed.
What We Offer:
- Starting hourly rate of $23.41
- Steel toe boot reimbursement
- 125 year, family-owned and operated company history
- Local routes -> guaranteed to be home every day!
- Family culture and advancement opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include correctly offloading product to customer location, assisting the Delivery Service Representatives with product delivery and other duties as assigned. Successful candidates will be working with a posted driver on a dedicated route in Powell River and help in other areas as needed.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Ability to lift, load, push, pull and carry items up to 60 lbs
- Ability to work independently as well as assist team members when necessary
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Safe operation of all equipment
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Professional demeanor and customer service focus
- Ability to excel in a fast paced, physically demanding position
- Be a team player and model the GFS Cornerstone Values
- Consistent on-time attendance
- Availability for weekends.
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.
Seasonal Driver Helper (Team 50 - Powell River)
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...
Division: British Columbia
Position: Seasonal Driver Helper (Team 50 - Powell River)
Schedule: 3 X 12 | Mon, Wed, Fri | 8:00am start
Wage: $23.41
Position Overview
This position rides with the Delivery Service Representative on established routes to ensure accurate, on-time delivery for GFS customers within standard operating procedures. This is a seasonal position until September or as needed per business requirements and help in other areas as needed.
What We Offer:
- Starting hourly rate of $23.41
- Steel toe boot reimbursement
- 125 year, family-owned and operated company history
- Local routes -> guaranteed to be home every day!
- Family culture and advancement opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include correctly offloading product to customer location, assisting the Delivery Service Representatives with product delivery and other duties as assigned. Successful candidates will be working with a posted driver on a dedicated route in Powell River and help in other areas as needed.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Ability to lift, load, push, pull and carry items up to 60 lbs
- Ability to work independently as well as assist team members when necessary
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Safe operation of all equipment
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Professional demeanor and customer service focus
- Ability to excel in a fast paced, physically demanding position
- Be a team player and model the GFS Cornerstone Values
- Consistent on-time attendance
- Availability for weekends.
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.