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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What You’ll Do

This outside Sales Representative role sells products and services to foodservice and hospitality customers across an assigned territory based in the Waukesha area. You will build new business, grow existing accounts, and deliver exceptional service that helps customers succeed while meeting sales and profitability goals.

• Develop new business and penetrate existing accounts to achieve profitable sales growth
• Qualify prospects and manage a sales pipeline aligned to account stratification goals
• Recommend products and menu solutions based on customer needs and market trends
• Provide product information and on-site training to customer staff
• Drive to customer locations, attend industry events, and represent the client at promotions and trade shows
• Manage order issues and coordinate with operations (routing/delivery/credit) to resolve customer problems
• Complete necessary administrative work: sales reports, budgets, quotes, and customer files
• Participate in ongoing sales training and sales/district meetings
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new sales team members

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Why Join Our Client

Confidential Client offers a sales career with structured training, recognition programs, and a benefits package that supports long-term growth.

• Competitive base salary plus bonus and promotional incentives
• Vehicle support (car allowance or mileage reimbursement per policy) and company-provided phone
• Career pathing for entry-level and experienced sales professionals
• Specialized sales training and development programs
• Monthly and annual sales rewards and recognition
• Robust benefits including retirement savings with employer matching and employee stock purchase plan (where offered)

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts or related field OR HSD/GED plus 3 years’ experience in restaurant management, B2B/outside sales, or comparable experience (including completion of an approved sales internship)
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance that meets company insurability standards
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Basic PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours when needed (evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Reside in — or be willing to relocate to — the geographical vicinity of the assigned territory

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
• Prior restaurant management, foodservice outside sales, or chef experience is a plus

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Additional Requirements & Conditions

• Pass employment testing as required by Confidential Client
• May be asked to sign client protective covenants or related agreements as a condition of employment
• Meet driving record standards required for company vehicle/insurability

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Key Competencies

• Building Trust and Customer Loyalty
• Sales Ability and Persuasiveness
• Follow-up and Account Management
• Managing Work, Adaptability, and Communication

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Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time (typical) — contractor arrangements may be considered per role posting
• Industry: Sales
• Location: Waukesha area (assigned sales territory)

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.