Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As a key member of our rapidly growing organization, The Gourmet Food Sales Associate ultimately acts as the face of our company by delivering outstanding customer service and building strong relationships. He or she will be responsible for selling products for distributor to restaurants and caterers, hotels and retail, establishments or individuals at place of business by performing the following duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sales Associates will adapt the process of cultivating and producing sales revenue through the development and growth of new sales and by increasing sales with existing accounts.
• Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from newspapers, business directories, industry ads, trade shows, Internet Web sites, and other sources.
• Travels throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders, or talks with customers or by phone.
• Quotes prices and credit terms and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained.
• Works with inside sales representatives to keep account activities and literature up to date.
• Investigates and resolves customer problems with deliveries.
• Closes sales by building rapport with potential account; explaining product and service capabilities; overcoming objections; preparing contracts.
• Expands sales in existing accounts by introducing new products and services

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD POSSESS:

• One to two years of related experience in restaurant, food sales, or professional catering
• CANDIDATES MUST LIVE IN THE ASSIGNED GEOGRAPHIC SALES AREA
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects
• Driven, team player that is motivated to take responsibility and ensure successful outcomes across activates
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with short turnarounds in a fast-paced working environment
• College Degree desired but not required
• Past experience working as a Chef highly desired

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Degree in Culinary Arts or related field. A minimum of 2 years of experience in sales function. A minimum of 2 years of experience in food distribution.Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Company Description

At Chefs Warehouse we are an industry leader in food distribution! We have a distinct competitive advantage in serving our customers because of our extensive selection of distinctive and hard-to-find specialty and center-of-the-plate food products, What’s on our menu? Enticing Appetizers: A culture that is full of flavor and inviting! Creating an environment of belonging, where everyone is welcome! Delivering our best in everything we do We are committed to high quality food and dedicated to a positive team culture. Divine Entrees: Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays Health, Dental and Medical Benefits Weekly pay Life Insurance 5% above cost for our high-quality food products Employee discounts for travel and events. 401k What’s for Dessert? The icing on the cake.... The safety of our employees is our priority! WE have created essential guidelines to assure we are following CDC regulations!