Protein Sales Consultant

The Chef’s Warehouse & Allen Brothers is the preferred choice for foodservice professionals who demand the best, offering a curated selection of specialty ingredients, center-of-plate proteins, and produce sourced globally and locally. Our team of specialty, protein, and produce experts works closely with chefs to meet the highest standards and elevate the guest experience.

About the role

As a Sales Associate at The Chef’s Warehouse, you will act as the face of our company by delivering outstanding customer service and building and maintaining strong relationships with restaurants, caterers, hotels, and retail establishments. You will grow revenue, expand customer portfolios, and showcase our premium products to secure orders and foster long-term collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales through the development of new business opportunities and by expanding relationships with existing accounts
• Compile lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads from networking, trade shows, directories, and other sources
• Travel throughout your assigned territory to call on existing and prospective customers
• Present products using samples or catalogs, highlighting key features and benefits that fit customer needs
• Quote prices and credit terms to prepare contracts for orders obtained
• Provide estimated delivery dates based on production and delivery schedules
• Collect payments from customers in a timely manner
• Maintain detailed records of business transactions, update expense reports, and manage account receivables
• Collaborate with inside sales representatives to keep account activities and literature up to date
• Track stock levels to align product availability with customer demand
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with purchasing contracts rooted in trust

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in restaurant sales, food sales, professional catering sales, and/or working as a Chef (highly desired)
• High energy, enthusiastic, and a strong team player
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives
• Self-starter eager to learn new skills quickly
• Comfortable gathering and analyzing data to monitor progress
• Brings a sense of urgency to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Must live within a commutable distance to the assigned geographic sales area
• Must have a reliable form of transportation
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Qualifications

• College degree desired but not required
• Able to foster a positive and innovative atmosphere that motivates others

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission plan
• Travel reimbursement
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid holidays and vacations
• Health, dental, and medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Life insurance
• 5% above cost for high-quality food products
• Employee discounts for travel and events
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Pay

Salary range: $55,000 – $60,000 USD