Central Market (Preston Royal) Wine & Beer Sales Lead - Full time

The hiring establishment is a retail food company specializing in specialty food products and culinary services. This company is known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and maintaining high standards in product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation. The company fosters a dynamic and fast-paced work environment where employees are encouraged to develop their expertise in food preparation and product knowledge. Employee roles often include supervisory responsibilities and require a strong customer service orientation. The organization prioritizes compliance with federal, state, and company regulations and emphasizes teamwork and communication across departments to maximize sales and operational effectiveness.

The Sales Lead role is a critical position within the company’s retail and culinary department. This role involves applying advanced skills in specialized procedures and techniques related to the department’s product offerings. A Sales Lead is expected to carry out supervisory tasks and assist in managing orders to optimize sales performance. The role requires a culinary level of food expertise, allowing the Sales Lead to educate and inform both team members and customers about specialty food products and preparation techniques.

Working under minimal supervision, the Sales Lead receives detailed verbal and written instructions and applies established guidelines and policies to make informed decisions. This role demands continual problem monitoring and rapid resolution of issues to maintain smooth department operations. The Sales Lead is responsible for ensuring compliance with all relevant safety, sanitation, and inventory control standards. They also help in creating department schedules, delegating responsibilities, and setting clear expectations within their team to promote efficiency and accountability.

The Sales Lead plays a key role in enhancing customer experience by delivering excellent service and using suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales. Additionally, the incumbent assists in merchandising the department to attract customers and increase revenue. This position requires the ability to manage physical tasks such as handling weights of up to 50 pounds and working in varying temperature conditions. The Sales Lead must exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with partners and customers alike.

Overall, this role offers an enriching opportunity for experienced retail or restaurant professionals who are passionate about food and eager to contribute to a high-performing team in a specialty food retail environment. Employment type and salary details are typically provided by the company during the hiring process, consistent with industry standards for similar positions. This job not only focuses on leadership and operational excellence but also on maintaining the culinary integrity and customer satisfaction that the establishment is proud to offer.