The Chefs' Warehouse
Overview
The Chefs' Warehouse
is a leading foodservice distributor offering specialty ingredients, center-of-plate proteins, and produce for restaurants, caterers, hotels, and retail establishments. We partner with more than 50,000 customers through a network of over 600 sales professionals, delivering rapid service and support to high-end culinary operations. Mission:
The mission of The Chefs’ Warehouse is to provide the world’s greatest ingredients to the world’s best chefs. Our C.H.E.F.S. Values:
Curious & Creative; Hungry For Food & Results; Entrepreneurial; Forward Thinking & Flexible; Supportive (Of Peers & Chefs). We are seeking a driven, customer-focused professional who thrives on building relationships and delivering innovative food service solutions. If you’re passionate about food, sales, and growing business through personalized service, this is the role for you! Position Summary
As a Sales Associate at The Chef’s Warehouse, you act as the face of our company by delivering outstanding customer service and building and maintaining strong relationships. You will be responsible for selling our fine products to restaurants, caterers, hotels, and retail establishments by performing the following duties: Growing Revenue: Generate sales through the development of new business opportunities and by expanding relationships with existing accounts Building Customer Portfolio: Compile lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads based on networking, directories, ads, trade shows, websites, and other sources Staying On The Move: Travel throughout your assigned territory and call on existing and prospective customers to secure orders Showcasing Our Value: Present our products using samples or catalogs that highlight key features and benefits that fit customer needs Sealing The Deal: Quote prices and credit terms to prepare contracts for orders obtained Maintaining Timelines: Provide estimated delivery dates based on production and delivery schedules; collect payments from customers in a timely manner Staying Organized: Maintain detailed records of transactions, update expense reports, keep internal systems current with customer and sales data, and manage accounts receivable Connecting & Teaming Up: Collaborate with inside sales representatives to keep account activities and literature up to date Managing Inventory Awareness: Track stock levels to align product availability with customer demand Building Lasting Relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with purchasing contracts rooted in trust and long-term collaboration How To Thrive In This Role: Relevant Experience: 1-2 years in restaurant sales, food sales, professional catering sales, and/or working as a Chef is highly desired and preferred Positive Attitude: High energy, enthusiastic, a strong team player, and motivated to take responsibility and overcome obstacles Relevant Skills: Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to handle multiple projects Self-Starter: Eager to ask questions and learn quickly Education: College degree desired but not required Leader: Able to foster a positive and innovative atmosphere that motivates others Data-Driven: Comfortable with gathering facts and figures to monitor progress Determined: Brings a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines Minimum Qualifications: Must live within a commutable distance to the assigned geographic sales area Must have a reliable form of transportation Must have basic computer skills and understanding Must have some proficiency in Microsoft Suite Why Join The Chef’s Warehouse: Competitive base salary with uncapped commission plan Travel reimbursement 401K Employer Matching Paid holidays & vacations Certified as a great place to work by Great Place To Work Our Values : C urious and Creative
Are you ready to challenge the status quo?
H ungry For Food and Results
Are you passionate about food and driven to deliver results?
E ntrepreneurial
Are you success-oriented and adaptable to change?
F oward Thinking and Flexible
Are you innovative and able to stay ahead of the competition?
S upportive Of Peers and Chefs
Are you eager to collaborate with and support your colleagues?
The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Perks & Benefits: 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 Employee Stock Purchase Plan Equal Opportunity:
The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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The Chefs' Warehouse
is a leading foodservice distributor offering specialty ingredients, center-of-plate proteins, and produce for restaurants, caterers, hotels, and retail establishments. We partner with more than 50,000 customers through a network of over 600 sales professionals, delivering rapid service and support to high-end culinary operations. Mission:
The mission of The Chefs’ Warehouse is to provide the world’s greatest ingredients to the world’s best chefs. Our C.H.E.F.S. Values:
Curious & Creative; Hungry For Food & Results; Entrepreneurial; Forward Thinking & Flexible; Supportive (Of Peers & Chefs). We are seeking a driven, customer-focused professional who thrives on building relationships and delivering innovative food service solutions. If you’re passionate about food, sales, and growing business through personalized service, this is the role for you! Position Summary
As a Sales Associate at The Chef’s Warehouse, you act as the face of our company by delivering outstanding customer service and building and maintaining strong relationships. You will be responsible for selling our fine products to restaurants, caterers, hotels, and retail establishments by performing the following duties: Growing Revenue: Generate sales through the development of new business opportunities and by expanding relationships with existing accounts Building Customer Portfolio: Compile lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads based on networking, directories, ads, trade shows, websites, and other sources Staying On The Move: Travel throughout your assigned territory and call on existing and prospective customers to secure orders Showcasing Our Value: Present our products using samples or catalogs that highlight key features and benefits that fit customer needs Sealing The Deal: Quote prices and credit terms to prepare contracts for orders obtained Maintaining Timelines: Provide estimated delivery dates based on production and delivery schedules; collect payments from customers in a timely manner Staying Organized: Maintain detailed records of transactions, update expense reports, keep internal systems current with customer and sales data, and manage accounts receivable Connecting & Teaming Up: Collaborate with inside sales representatives to keep account activities and literature up to date Managing Inventory Awareness: Track stock levels to align product availability with customer demand Building Lasting Relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with purchasing contracts rooted in trust and long-term collaboration How To Thrive In This Role: Relevant Experience: 1-2 years in restaurant sales, food sales, professional catering sales, and/or working as a Chef is highly desired and preferred Positive Attitude: High energy, enthusiastic, a strong team player, and motivated to take responsibility and overcome obstacles Relevant Skills: Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to handle multiple projects Self-Starter: Eager to ask questions and learn quickly Education: College degree desired but not required Leader: Able to foster a positive and innovative atmosphere that motivates others Data-Driven: Comfortable with gathering facts and figures to monitor progress Determined: Brings a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines Minimum Qualifications: Must live within a commutable distance to the assigned geographic sales area Must have a reliable form of transportation Must have basic computer skills and understanding Must have some proficiency in Microsoft Suite Why Join The Chef’s Warehouse: Competitive base salary with uncapped commission plan Travel reimbursement 401K Employer Matching Paid holidays & vacations Certified as a great place to work by Great Place To Work Our Values : C urious and Creative
Are you ready to challenge the status quo?
H ungry For Food and Results
Are you passionate about food and driven to deliver results?
E ntrepreneurial
Are you success-oriented and adaptable to change?
F oward Thinking and Flexible
Are you innovative and able to stay ahead of the competition?
S upportive Of Peers and Chefs
Are you eager to collaborate with and support your colleagues?
The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Perks & Benefits: 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 Employee Stock Purchase Plan Equal Opportunity:
The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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