Gordon Food Service
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for 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. Location: Birmingham, AL.
Overview For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We’ve grown to be the largest family‑operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low‑cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food Sales Representative We invite you to join our sales team where you’ll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting‑edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you’ll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Responsibilities Pursuing New Customers
Research industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identify and research prospective customers within your territory
Develop sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and present the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visit all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi‑weekly, or monthly basis
Conduct business reviews to determine existing customers’ needs and opportunities for growing sales
Provide ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identify opportunities within existing customers’ businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balance new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Co‑ordinate visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicate order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training – Getting You Ready
Learn how to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
Learn about the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
Learn the sales process for engaging new customers
Learn how to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service sales representative
Learn best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Learn strategies on effectively managing your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
Maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
5+ years of prior sales experience in the food service industry is preferred
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, 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 talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco‑free. Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.
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Overview For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We’ve grown to be the largest family‑operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes salary, commission, and bonuses
Low‑cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
An automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Outside Food Sales Representative We invite you to join our sales team where you’ll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting‑edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you’ll be responsible for the overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within your assigned territory. This includes pursuing new customers, deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships, and sales territory management.
Responsibilities Pursuing New Customers
Research industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identify and research prospective customers within your territory
Develop sales strategies that highlight products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and present the sales strategy to prospective customers
Deepen and Strengthen Existing Customer Relationships
Visit all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi‑weekly, or monthly basis
Conduct business reviews to determine existing customers’ needs and opportunities for growing sales
Provide ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identify opportunities within existing customers’ businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Sales Territory Management
Balance new customer acquisition and deepening and strengthening existing customer relationships
Co‑ordinate visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicate order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training – Getting You Ready
Learn how to use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
Learn about the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
Learn the sales process for engaging new customers
Learn how to establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you, a Gordon Food Service sales representative
Learn best practices on developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Learn strategies on effectively managing your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED is required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
Maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain your food safety certification
5+ years of prior sales experience in the food service industry is preferred
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, 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 talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco‑free. Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.
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