Sales Associate

Chefs Warehouse•Midland, TX

12d

About The Position

The Sales Associate represents The Chef's Warehouse within an assigned territory, building trusted relationships with chefs, restaurant owners, and foodservice operators. The role helps customers discover specialty ingredients, premium proteins, fresh produce, and other solutions that can elevate menus, improve operations, and grow their businesses. The Sales Associate develops and expands a portfolio of accounts, wins new business, and increases earnings through an uncapped commission structure. The position offers autonomy in managing the territory, with support from sales, culinary, protein, and produce experts. Relevant backgrounds may include foodservice, hospitality, culinary arts, or sales. Compensation includes a base salary and uncapped commission. The company offers training, mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Must reside within a commutable distance of the assigned sales territory.
Must have reliable transportation to travel throughout the territory.
Basic computer proficiency is required.
Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate professionally.
A self-motivated, positive, solutions-oriented approach, with initiative and willingness to learn and take ownership.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and use data to inform decisions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in restaurant sales, food sales, catering, hospitality, culinary, or another customer-facing environment is preferred.
Experience as a chef or working closely with foodservice professionals is a plus.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
A college degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with chefs, restaurant owners, and foodservice operators.
Help customers find products and solutions that support their menus, operations, and business goals.
Develop and expand a portfolio of accounts and win new business.
Manage an assigned sales territory.
Use data to inform decisions and pursue sales opportunities with urgency.
Deliver exceptional customer experiences and help customers solve challenges.