Food Service Sales Representative

Labatt Food Service is currently seeking a high energy, motivated salesperson who wants to build a career representing Labatt in supplying food to restaurant chains and independent operators in the Houston area. Successful candidates will show the ability to become skilled in communicating Labatt’s unique strengths and how the company is different in its industry. A career with Labatt involves forming new customer ties and nurturing customer relationships that last over many years.

ResponsibilitiesPresent the company to potential food-away-from-home customers and create long-term relationshipsPerform the full sales cycle from generating leads and prospecting to closing and implementing the saleManage customer expectations, provide exemplary service, and maintain customer relationshipsDefend against competitor sales tactics and be able to critically analyze and explain the flaws in competitor proposals to your customersConduct effective sales meetings with prospects and customers to engage and teach them new ways to think about their businesses

RequirementsBachelor’s Degree or Chef trained at CIA or equivalentExcellent communication skillsEnergetic, goal oriented, and competitive with proven examples of initiative and above-average performanceAbility to excel in a fast-paced and competitive sales environmentAbility to multitask and prioritize in order to work on multiple prospects and maintain multiple accounts all while constantly focusing on growthA bias for actionExperience in food service, restaurants, and sales is a strong positiveAn extroverted personality and skills at dealing with other peopleGood problem-solving skills and equanimity in stressful situations