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At Gordon Food Service, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an HR Generalist at our Springfield, OH Distribution Center, you’ll be more than just an HR professional - you’ll be a trusted partner to our leaders, a cultural ambassador for our employees, and a driver of engagement across the division.
This is your chance to blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HR leadership - from shaping new employee experiences through onboarding and orientation to bringing our teams together with engaging, meaningful events.
What You'll Do:
Be a Strategic HR Partner
Partner with leaders to understand business needs, influence people strategies, and provide consultative guidance on talent, culture, and engagement.
Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance management, and leadership development initiatives.
Shape First Impressions
Lead new employee onboarding and orientation, ensuring every new team member feels connected, prepared, and excited about their future at Gordon Food Service.
Support new hires from offer through their first 90 days, driving a seamless transition into our culture and operations.
Create Connections & Build Culture
Plan and support employee engagement events - from wellness activities to recognition programs - that strengthen connection, belonging, and fun across the distribution center.
Partner with leaders to design retention strategies, including stay interviews and milestone check-ins, that keep employees engaged and growing.
Drive Talent & Growth
Collaborate on workforce planning and sourcing strategies, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations to attract talent.
Promote leadership training and development programs, ensuring managers have the tools to succeed.
Lead Core HR Functions
Guide employees and leaders on benefits, wellness, and retirement plans.
Support compliance, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and policy implementation.
Provide insight into HR metrics, helping leaders understand trends and make data-informed decisions.
Monday – Friday, Typical Hours are 8 am to 5 pm
2+ years of broad HR experience required
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources (preferred)
PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred)
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of HR laws, compliance, and current trends in the field
A people-first mindset and passion for creating a workplace where employees can thrive
At Gordon Food Service, people are at the heart of everything we do. As an HR Generalist at our Springfield, OH Distribution Center, you’ll be more than just an HR professional - you’ll be a trusted partner to our leaders, a cultural ambassador for our employees, and a driver of engagement across the division.
This is your chance to blend strategic business partnership with hands-on HR leadership - from shaping new employee experiences through onboarding and orientation to bringing our teams together with engaging, meaningful events.
What You'll Do:
Be a Strategic HR Partner
Partner with leaders to understand business needs, influence people strategies, and provide consultative guidance on talent, culture, and engagement.
Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance management, and leadership development initiatives.
Shape First Impressions
Lead new employee onboarding and orientation, ensuring every new team member feels connected, prepared, and excited about their future at Gordon Food Service.
Support new hires from offer through their first 90 days, driving a seamless transition into our culture and operations.
Create Connections & Build Culture
Plan and support employee engagement events - from wellness activities to recognition programs - that strengthen connection, belonging, and fun across the distribution center.
Partner with leaders to design retention strategies, including stay interviews and milestone check-ins, that keep employees engaged and growing.
Drive Talent & Growth
Collaborate on workforce planning and sourcing strategies, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations to attract talent.
Promote leadership training and development programs, ensuring managers have the tools to succeed.
Lead Core HR Functions
Guide employees and leaders on benefits, wellness, and retirement plans.
Support compliance, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and policy implementation.
Provide insight into HR metrics, helping leaders understand trends and make data-informed decisions.
Monday – Friday, Typical Hours are 8 am to 5 pm
2+ years of broad HR experience required
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources (preferred)
PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred)
Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of HR laws, compliance, and current trends in the field
A people-first mindset and passion for creating a workplace where employees can thrive
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.
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.
