Corto Business Development Representative - Chicago, IL

Corto Olive, LP•,

2d•$80,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Stanislaus Food Products is seeking a full-time, remote Business Development Representative located in Chicago, IL and the surrounding area. The role supports Corto Olive by developing targeted accounts in key sectors and growing new-business revenue. The representative sells Fresh Extra Virgin Olive Oil and performance blends to quality, chef-driven restaurateurs who have not yet tried the products. The position involves visiting restaurants, engaging chefs and owners, conducting side-by-side tastings, and influencing prospective customers to purchase products through their distributors. Daily travel to clients is required. The role is part of the Sales Department and reports to the Regional Sales Manager. The company describes itself as a nationally recognized, family-owned producer of Italian-style tomatoes and sauces for Italian restaurants and pizzerias. Its mission is to attract quality-oriented restaurateurs with consistently superior products, retain them through service, and invest in people dedicated to customer success. Compensation is described as first-year average minimum earnings of $80,000 (overall base), with potential earnings of $120,000 or more including commission, based on performance. The position is full-time and exempt.

Requirements

At least 3 years of proven sales experience, preferably in foodservice, restaurant, or distribution industries.
At least 2 years of culinary experience working in restaurant operations.
Willingness to travel daily to visit clients, conduct in-person meetings, and develop new business.
At least 2 years of strong prospecting skills, including door-to-door outreach.
Self-motivated, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas in a competitive environment.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Passion for supporting and growing small, independent restaurant businesses.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Conversational Spanish.
Two years of college in culinary trade school.

Responsibilities

Sell Corto Olive products to quality, chef-driven restaurateurs.
Develop targeted accounts in key sectors to grow new-business revenue.
Visit restaurant kitchens, engage chefs and owners, and conduct side-by-side tastings to demonstrate the taste and performance of the products.
Influence prospective customers to begin purchasing products from their distributor.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Meet or exceed sales quotas while working remotely.
Perform other duties as assigned.