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...
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist develops, produces, edits, curates and publishes a wide variety of communications, with a focus on digital tools and story telling, supporting the overall company objectives and corporate communications strategies and goals. They will communicate in a way that fosters comprehension and engagement and creates a user-friendly experience.
What you will do:
Primary responsibility for managing, maintaining and moderating the company intranet.
Design and execute communication plans and programs In consultation with communication and cross functional colleagues
Responsible for the daily management of content and campaigns to engage employees
Review digital channel analytics and propose best practices or improvement ideas
Work with content creators outside the function to help educate and enable them to self-serve on digital channels where relevant and applicable
Responsible for content, adoption, and process creation where needed, along with ongoing support and continuous improvement across enterprise digital channels
Create consistent, compelling, on-brand messaging across all communication channels through visual and new media methods.
Draft and circulate external communications (e.g. press releases or social media content) in support of campaigns
Plan and organize special events in support of company initiatives and attend to provide support and/or act as the main company representative
Perform other duties as assigned.
When you will work:
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Hybrid schedule: 4 days in the office in Wyoming, MI, with 1 day remote
What you'll bring to the table:
Bachelor’s Degree in English, Business, Communication or related field required.
Three to five years of experience with corporate communication/internal communication projects, or an equivalent combination of education, professional experience and training required.
Must have strong communication skills, including writing, editing, presentation and interpersonal communications.
Must have critical thinking skills and the ability to flex and adapt to dynamic business conditions and changing technologies
Must be skilled in using a variety of communication channels including Intranet/web applications (Google Apps experience a plus), email messaging, print media and digital media.
Must understand the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, grammar, and style.
Must keep current with communication strategies, technologies and techniques to understand applicability to GFS.
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 [email protected] 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in English, Business, Communication, or a related field
- Three to five years of experience with corporate or internal communication projects, or equivalent education, professional experience, and training
- Strong writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
- Critical thinking skills and ability to adapt to dynamic business conditions and changing technologies
- Proficiency using communication channels including intranet or web applications, email messaging, print media, and digital media
- Understanding of English language structure, spelling, grammar, composition, and style
- Current knowledge of communication strategies, technologies, and techniques
- Google Apps experience
What We Do
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.
