REQ0107-C

Patrida Imports, LLC

2d

About The Position

We are seeking a commission-only independent sales contractor to promote and sell our food products to foodservice customers, including restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, cafes, caterers, and other institutional buyers. This is a 1099 independent contractor position with no base salary. You will operate in an assigned territory (to be mutually agreed upon) on a non-exclusive basis, with flexibility to manage your own schedule while driving new business growth.

Requirements

• Proven track record in foodservice sales (2+ years preferred), ideally with food products, ingredients, or related lines.
• Established network of contacts in the foodservice industry within the assigned territory is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of foodservice operations, menu development, and distribution channels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the territory.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and basic reporting is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel to client locations required).
• Flexible schedule with availability to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of food products commonly used in the restaurant industry.
• Experience with additional CRM or sales tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new foodservice accounts through cold calling, networking, product demonstrations, and relationship-building.
• Present and promote our product line to chefs, purchasing managers, and decision-makers.
• Secure orders, negotiate pricing within approved guidelines, and follow up to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline using provided tools (e.g., CRM if applicable).
• Attend trade shows, food expos, or industry events as needed to generate leads.
• Provide market feedback on competitor activity, customer needs, and product opportunities.
• Collaborate with our team on promotions, samples, and account support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed