Outside Food Sales Representative

Gordon Food Service (GFS) is a leading, family-operated broadline food distribution company based in North America with a legacy spanning over 125 years. Known for its commitment to excellence, expertise, and delivering quality products, GFS has grown significantly, making a meaningful impact on the food service industry. The company’s mission centers around providing innovative and reliable food solutions that empower its customers to design and implement successful food operations and extraordinary dining experiences. GFS prides itself on putting customers first and fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust, superior service, and shared success.

The role of the Outside Food Sales Representative at Gordon Food Service is a dynamic and rewarding position based out of San Antonio, TX. This position offers a unique opportunity to be a vital part of a company that blends servant leadership with cutting-edge training and resources to support career growth and financial success. As an Outside Food Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing and growing relationships with both existing and prospective customers within an assigned territory. The role emphasizes a balanced focus on new customer acquisition and strengthening existing client relationships to maximize sales potential and increase market penetration.

Key responsibilities include developing customized sales strategies, understanding market and industry trends relevant to restaurants and food service operations, and presenting the extensive range of products and services offered by Gordon Food Service. The position involves regular visits to customers for business reviews and product training, identifying new opportunities to add value through product offerings, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and management of orders. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions that enhance their operations.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous 401(k) matching program that exceeds industry standards, a competitive compensation structure combining salary, commissions, and bonuses, low-cost health and future benefit options for employees and their families, as well as automobile and cell phone expense reimbursement programs. Additionally, new hires undergo an extensive onboarding and training program within the first 90 days, which includes e-learning, classroom training, video role plays, job shadowing, and mentorship from experienced sales representatives. This rigorous training ensures you have all the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in managing customer relationships, mastering product knowledge, learning the sales process, and effectively managing your sales territory.

Gordon Food Service embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. The company maintains a tobacco-free and drug-free workplace policy, including pre-employment drug testing to uphold safety and integrity. Veteran and active military applicants are especially encouraged to apply, reinforcing GFS’s commitment to supporting those who serve.

Overall, this position is ideal for individuals who are driven, customer-focused, and eager to grow their careers in food service sales within a supportive and innovative company culture. It offers not just a job but a chance to be part of a historic and forward-thinking organization committed to your professional development and success.