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...
Custodian
Position Summary The responsibility of the Custodian (Sanitarian/Pallet Maintenance) is to perform general warehouse cleaning duties that help keep the facility in a clean and orderly condition.
Shift And Compensation
- Monday to Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm
- $24.66
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
- 125 year, family owned and operated company history
Specific Responsibilities And Functions
- Perform general warehouse cleaning duties as per the Master Sanitation schedule and janitorial SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
- Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, dust, and sanitize various floors of the warehouse, office space, lunchrooms, and washrooms.
- Successfully complete Preventive Maintenance (PMs) that are issued on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis within set timeframes.
- Empty recycle and garbage containers regularly.
- Check and maintain inventory levels of custodial supplies and replenish when required.
- Clean all warehouse zones, pull and clean pallets, dust/clean warehouse floors; average of 10 bays/hour.
- Assist with spills in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Empty wrap bins and sweep debris from aisles.
- Outside cleaning may be required.
- Other duties assigned as required.
- Adhere to the mission and cornerstone values and applicable practices of the organization.
- Adherence to food safety GMP’s as per Gordon Food Service Distribution Center Food Safety program.
Working Conditions
- Exposure to three (3) different temperature zones within the warehouse.
- Grocery area in the warehouse is room temperature; varies from cold in the winter and warm in the summer.
- Cooler area in the warehouse is approximately 1 or 2 degrees C.
- Freezer area in the warehouse is approximately –15 degrees C. Some areas of the freezer can get as low as -23 degrees C.
- Moderate noise level.
- CSA approved steel-toed safety boots must be worn on the warehouse floor.
- Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to various food-safe cleaning detergents and soaps.
- Must be able to operate various forklifts, battery changer, and floor scrubber. Some basic knowledge of computer operations is required.
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...
Custodian
Position Summary The responsibility of the Custodian (Sanitarian/Pallet Maintenance) is to perform general warehouse cleaning duties that help keep the facility in a clean and orderly condition.
Shift And Compensation
- Monday to Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm
- $24.66
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
- 125 year, family owned and operated company history
Specific Responsibilities And Functions
- Perform general warehouse cleaning duties as per the Master Sanitation schedule and janitorial SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
- Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, dust, and sanitize various floors of the warehouse, office space, lunchrooms, and washrooms.
- Successfully complete Preventive Maintenance (PMs) that are issued on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis within set timeframes.
- Empty recycle and garbage containers regularly.
- Check and maintain inventory levels of custodial supplies and replenish when required.
- Clean all warehouse zones, pull and clean pallets, dust/clean warehouse floors; average of 10 bays/hour.
- Assist with spills in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Empty wrap bins and sweep debris from aisles.
- Outside cleaning may be required.
- Other duties assigned as required.
- Adhere to the mission and cornerstone values and applicable practices of the organization.
- Adherence to food safety GMP’s as per Gordon Food Service Distribution Center Food Safety program.
Working Conditions
- Exposure to three (3) different temperature zones within the warehouse.
- Grocery area in the warehouse is room temperature; varies from cold in the winter and warm in the summer.
- Cooler area in the warehouse is approximately 1 or 2 degrees C.
- Freezer area in the warehouse is approximately –15 degrees C. Some areas of the freezer can get as low as -23 degrees C.
- Moderate noise level.
- CSA approved steel-toed safety boots must be worn on the warehouse floor.
- Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to various food-safe cleaning detergents and soaps.
- Must be able to operate various forklifts, battery changer, and floor scrubber. Some basic knowledge of computer operations is required.
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.