Gordon Food Service
Join the
Outside Sales Representative
team at
Gordon Food Service .
Overview For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered excellence, expertise, and quality products to the food service industry. We are the largest family‑operated broadline food distribution company in North America, committed to serving our customers first.
Location Louisville, KY
Position Benefits
Base salary range of $70,000–$140,000 based on experience
Generous 401(k) matching program above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure including salary, commission, and bonuses
Low‑cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Responsibilities
Overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within the assigned territory
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies highlighting products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the strategy to prospective customers
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi‑weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customer needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customer businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening existing relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training – Getting you Ready
Use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
Learn about the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
Understand the sales process for engaging new customers
Establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you
Practice best practices for developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Learn strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain food safety certification
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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Outside Sales Representative
team at
Gordon Food Service .
Overview For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered excellence, expertise, and quality products to the food service industry. We are the largest family‑operated broadline food distribution company in North America, committed to serving our customers first.
Location Louisville, KY
Position Benefits
Base salary range of $70,000–$140,000 based on experience
Generous 401(k) matching program above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure including salary, commission, and bonuses
Low‑cost benefit options for you and your family's health and future
Automobile expense reimbursement plan
Cell phone reimbursement plan
Responsibilities
Overall sales and relationship management efforts for existing and prospective customers within the assigned territory
Researching industry and market trends impacting restaurants within your territory
Identifying and researching prospective customers within your territory
Developing sales strategies highlighting products, services, values, and solutions offered by Gordon Food Service and presenting the strategy to prospective customers
Visiting all customers within the assigned territory on a weekly, bi‑weekly, or monthly basis
Conducting business reviews to determine existing customer needs and areas of opportunity for growing sales
Providing ongoing training to customers on Gordon Food Service product offerings
Identifying opportunities within existing customer businesses where Gordon Food Service can add value through product and service offerings
Balancing new customer acquisition and deepening existing relationships
Coordinating visits to prospective customers and existing customers
Communicating order status and order processing updates to customers
Sales Training – Getting you Ready
Use Gordon Food Service systems, processes, and tools to manage customer relationships
Learn about the products available to Gordon Food Service customers
Understand the sales process for engaging new customers
Establish your relationships in the vast network of resources available to you
Practice best practices for developing relationships with current and prospective customers
Learn strategies on how to effectively manage your territory
Position Requirements
High School Diploma/GED required
Bachelor's degree and/or culinary certificate preferred
1 year of prior sales, business, or food service experience
Maintaining a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record
Ability to obtain food safety certification
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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