Central Market (Austin North Lamar) Chefs Case Sales Rep - Full time

About Us

Central Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, Texas in 1994, and has grown to multiple locations across the state. We go straight to the source to bring you the finest food and drink the world has to offer, with hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and aisles of experts. Central Market is a foodie’s wonderland, committed to uniting families and communities, preserving cultures, and starting new traditions. Each store is a true market—a place to exchange goods, services, and ideas for those passionate about food.

Responsibilities

• Stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers.
• Order assigned products to maximize sales.
• Merchandise, front, and sell products by organizing, cleaning, and preparing the back area for incoming deliveries.
• Keep the sales floor uncluttered and free from spills.
• Stock and rotate items as needed, resetting products and maintaining shelf conditions, including shelf tags and signage.
• Check shipments for out-of-date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.
• Provide excellent customer service.

The responsibilities outlined above describe the general nature and level of work but are not an exhaustive list. Duties may be modified at any time based on business needs, and employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor.

Requirements

• Typically requires 0-2 years of experience.
• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment used is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation is essential.
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and in extreme temperatures.
• Materials handling equipment certification.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must be able to manage weights in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs.

The work environment may require reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.