at Gordon Food Service in Joliet, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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...
As anOutside Food Sales Representativewith Gordon Food Service, you will have the opportunity tocultivate relationships, develop new business, and provide innovative solutionsto our customers, helping them to achieve their goals and, in return, yours! Come experience a world whereservant leadershipandcutting-edge tools and trainingcome together to support yourcareer growth and financial objectives. You've never experienced a SALES TEAM quite like ours. Be part of it.
By utilizing a consultative, relationship-focused approach, our sales team is at the front lines, helping make our customers' food service businessesthrive. We invite you to join our team of high-performing, results-drivensales professionals, wherethe potential for our customers is personal.
As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you'll leverage your sales experience by usingconsultative selling skillsto strengthen customer relationships, grow profitable sales, participate in business reviews and negotiations, and develop new business.
What sets us apart?
A generous 401(k) matching program that is above industry standards
Financial Rewards for Performance
Low-cost Benefit options for your family, health, and future
A Culture of Integrity and Respect
AnAutomobile Expense Plan
Career Development, Mentor Programs, andLeadership Training
SalesSupport and Resources
Mobile Ordering
Exclusive, high-quality brands
E-tools that assist with organization and selling strategies
Sophisticated warehouse systems that ensure order fulfillment accuracy
A newly developed CRM and an array of technologies
An internal support system
Does this look like you?
A High School Diploma/GED is required, but a Bachelor's degree or culinary certificate is preferred
You should have at least 1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
You must maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
You must be able to obtain your food safety certification
Your car is your office! Expect daily travel throughout your assigned territory
Find out more about our values, culture, and benefits at Be part of it!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of 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. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
If you require a 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. Please keep in mind this method is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and drug tests all employees.
BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of 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. The EEO is the Law poster is available... For full info follow application link.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of 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 a disability.
