About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an experienced Outside Sales Consultant to support customers in the Pasadena, CA territory. The role focuses on building and growing relationships with foodservice and restaurant customers, driving sales growth, and delivering value-added solutions. This is an outside sales position that may require non-traditional hours and travel within the assigned territory.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop new business and expand existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth.
• Prospect, qualify, and penetrate customer accounts aligned with territory goals.
• Assess customer needs and recommend product and service mixes that drive results.
• Track market trends and competitor activity; recommend products and pricing to customers.
• Provide product information, demonstrations, and practical training to customer staff.
• Handle account receivables as needed and coordinate with credit and transportation teams.
• Manage order and delivery issues (out-of-stock, special orders, inventory concerns).
• Participate in promotions, customer events, and sales meetings.
• Prepare sales quotes, menu suggestions, budgets, and reports; maintain accurate sales records.
• Support onboarding and training of new employees as requested.
• Other duties as assigned to meet business objectives.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related field OR HSD/GED plus 3 years of restaurant management, B2B, or outside sales experience (or completion of a recognized sales internship).
• Valid driver’s license and personal automobile insurance meeting company limits.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; bilingual candidates are a plus.
• Proficiency with basic PC tools and MS Office.
• Demonstrated sales ability, relationship-building, and strong communication skills.

Preferred:

• Restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience.
• Bilingual skills helpful for some territory segments.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation range: $50,800 — $84,600 per year (reported in compliance with applicable state pay transparency laws).
• Opportunity for bonus/incentive pay and participation in incentive plans.
• Car allowance (or mileage reimbursement where required) and company-provided cell phone.
• Robust benefits package may include employee stock purchase and 401(k) with company match.
• Ongoing training, recognition programs, and career pathing opportunities.

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Location & Travel

• Territory: Pasadena, CA (zip 91789). Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the geographical vicinity of the territory.
• Travel: Up to 50% within assigned territory for customer visits, events, and meetings.

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Requirements & Compliance

• Pass employment testing and background checks as required.
• Must sign relevant protective covenants or territory agreements if requested by the client.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

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Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales ability and persuasiveness
• Building trust and customer loyalty
• Follow-up and time management
• Adaptability and problem solving
• Clear written and verbal communication

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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