Gordon Food Service

CDL - A Delivery Driver - Columbus, OH

Gordon Food Service  •  $75k - $85k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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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...

CDL-A Delivery Driver (Customer-Focused) – Columbus, OH

Location:1111 Rarig Ave, Columbus, OH

More Than a Driving Job — Build Relationships While Delivering Exceptional Service

If you're looking for a CDL driving position where people are just as important as the miles you drive, Gordon Food Service has the opportunity for you.

This isn't your typical delivery driver role. While you'll safely operate a Class A commercial vehicle, approximately 80% of this position is focused on customer service and relationship building.You'll become the familiar face our customers count on every week—delivering products, providing outstanding service, and building lasting relationships with restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and other foodservice partners.

If you enjoy interacting with people, take pride in delivering excellent service, and want to be home every night, we'd love to meet you.

Check out what some of our drivers have to say about working with Gordon Food Service

What You'll Do

  • Safely operate a Class A commercial vehicle on local delivery routes
  • Build strong relationships with customers through friendly, professional service
  • Serve as a trusted representative of Gordon Food Service at every stop
  • Deliver food products while ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction
  • Unload products using a two-wheel cart and ramp (cases up to 100 lbs.)
  • Complete deliveries efficiently while maintaining a positive customer experience

Local routes. Day shifts. Home every day.

Whether you're an experienced CDL driver or newly licensed, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Start time: 5:00 AMuntil route completion

Compensation

$75,000 - $85,000 annually

  • Guaranteed minimum of $1,100 per week
  • Daily base pay plus component pay
  • Paid for every mile driven, stop completed, and case delivered

Total Rewards

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on Day One
  • Weekly pay
  • Wellness reimbursement
  • Profit sharing
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Career growth—95% of our leaders are promoted from within
  • Stable, consistent routes with guaranteed weekly pay

What We're Looking For

We're looking for drivers who enjoy serving customers just as much as they enjoy driving.

You'll be successful if you have:

  • A passion for providing exceptional customer service
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • A friendly, professional attitude and a customer-first mindset
  • The ability to work independently while representing Gordon Food Service

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid Class A CDL at the time of hire
  • Ability to operate a two-wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds
  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds throughout the shift
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to safely perform job duties
  • Successfully pass a DOT drug screen (including marijuana) and background check
  • Clean driving record that meets DOT and Gordon Food Service standards
  • Registered with the DOT Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and able to provide electronic consent

Gordon Food Service proudly encourages veterans and active military members to apply.

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.

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.

Gordon Food Service

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.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Year Founded
1897
Website
gfs.com
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