Driver Trainee

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.

Location: 4980 Gateway Blvd., Springfield, OH

Are you trying to break into the transportation industry? Picture yourself as a driver trainee with Gordon Food Service! Learn to drive a truck and get your CDL A license as you work alongside drivers to build relationships with customers. You'll learn to deliver food products essential to restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and more. You’ll be required to unload cases up to 100 lbs and use a ramp and a two‑wheeler throughout your shift.

You'll need a CDL A permit to get started, and you'll be supported by a team that offers respect, expertise, and professional development.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday. Start time 3 AM‑5 AM until route finish

Pay: $21.00/ hour

• Bonuses, incentives, etc.

• Affordable benefits plans start day one!
• Weekly pay
• Wellness reimbursement
• Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
• Emergency child and elder care
• 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS – start your career here!

• At least 21 years of age
• CDL A Permit required
• Ability to operate a two‑wheel cart with loads up to 350 pounds
• Must be registered through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent to be considered for employment effective January 6th, 2020.
• Successfully pass a drug test that will assess drug usage (including marijuana) and a background check.
• Applicants who work for a Gordon Food Service customer must provide a letter of support from their management if selected for the interview process.

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  and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.