John Gross, a family-owned broadline food distributor, has proudly served Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding region for generations.

Backed by the strength and expertise of our parent company, we bring restaurant-quality meats, seafood, deli items, and specialty foods directly to the public. We source the same high-quality products trusted by the area’s finest restaurants, institutions, and foodservice professionals—making exceptional food accessible for home cooks and entertainers alike.

At John Gross, we are committed to quality, integrity, and service. Our culture is built on teamwork, product knowledge, and a genuine passion for food. We take pride in supporting our community, building strong relationships, and delivering excellence at every level of the food industry.

If you are passionate about food, we may have just the opportunity for you.

John Gross is built on satisfying the public’s craving for restaurant-quality foods prepared at home. We are searching for the right individual to join our team of professionals and provide knowledgeable, friendly service to our guests.

Your path to this opportunity may include experience in grocery and/or restaurant operations, commercial meal preparation, food service management, or similar backgrounds. If you enjoy engaging with customers, cooking, and appreciating great food, this role could be a perfect fit.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Providing outstanding customer service and making knowledgeable product recommendations
• Answering customer questions and assisting with selections
• Fulfilling orders from the Deli, Seafood, and Fresh Meat counters
• Preparing foods and recipes to stock our deli case
• Slicing deli meats and cheeses as needed
• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment during operations and at the end of shifts
• Assisting fellow associates and following directions from the Deli Lead
• Adhering to all federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations, as well as company policies

Position Details:

• Full-time position
• Meat-cutting experience is a plus
• Must be available to work weekends, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs

If you’re looking to work for a locally owned, family-operated company, this is an exciting opportunity. John Gross & Company is a trusted name in food service for over 75 years.

John Gross & Company is a well-established restaurant food supplier backed by over 6,000 inventoried items, located just 100 feet away, giving us unmatched access to product availability, variety, and supply chain support. Our longevity isn’t just proof of stability—it reflects decades of experience adapting to the changing ways food reaches the public.

Now, we’re looking toward tomorrow’s meal needs.

We take restaurant-grade foods in bulk master cases, break them down into consumer-friendly sizes, and sell them directly to customers. That means better product quality, a smarter shopping experience, and real savings for consumers through a unique “wholesaler side door” model.