Corporate Chef - Field Sales (Florida)

Orlando, FL, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $53,600.00 - $76,400.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Travel reimbursement

Job Description

Nestle Professional Solutions at Nestle USA operates as a vital division within the world's largest food and beverage company, Nestle. This establishment is well-known for delivering a broad portfolio of trusted and beloved brands that consumers enjoy daily, including Stouffer's, Coffee mate, Nescafe, and Starbucks. Nestle Professional Solutions focuses on bringing these popular brands beyond the home environment, extending their presence into workplaces, restaurants, hotels, and educational institutions such as colleges and universities. Backed by extensive networks and deep industry knowledge, the company offers unparalleled support and guidance to foodservice operators, empowering them to thrive in an ever-evolving and competitive... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food science, or a related field is preferred
4-8 years of restaurant or foodservice selling experience required
4 years of experience in a culinary selling role (broker, distributor, or food manufacturer)
Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards
Knowledge of marketplace, channel and industry trends, and competitors
Ability to travel between 40-60%, which will vary depending on where candidate is based

Job Qualifications

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and build relationships with key customers contacts
Entrepreneurial spirit with the strong desire to develop new business
Ability to make executive decisions, drive sales, champion the brand, and deliver exceptional culinary results
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with multiple business partners (sales, marketing, R&D, supply chain, QA)
Deep understanding of back of house restaurant operations, culinary technique and food manufacturing processes
Skilled in training and mentoring peers, sales partners, and operator customers through impactful demonstrations and leadership in Nestle best practices

Job Duties

Demonstrate innovative menu and operator solutions utilizing the NPS portfolio that are on-trend, unique, and elevate the customer experience
Analyze customer menus to create and effectively communicate Nestle products and operational suggestions
Showcase NPS portfolio expertise through comprehensive recipe development, food demonstrations, and product cuttings with key customers and targets
Establish strong chef to chef relationships with customers and industry partners
Apply knowledge of culinary technique and sensory attributes to evaluate product and make recommendations, leveraging organoleptic analysis, product compatibility, and extensive tasting to ensure optimal flavor, texture, and overall quality
Utilize industry-relevant resources to ground menu concepts in relevant consumer insights and trend data
Grow and protect existing Nestle products at strategically relevant operators, while building strong, differentiated customer relationships
Partner with Broker Sales Reps (BSR), Channel Sales Managers (CSM), Broker Chefs, and Distributor Sales Reps (DSR) to drive sales at large local operators and distributors
Deliver impactful customer training and demonstrations, including recipes and techniques that highlight product flavor and profitability
Lead and support skill development of sales partners and operator customers through training sessions, symposiums, and best-practice sharing
Share customer and competitive insights with Nestle Professional Business Development to inform growth strategies
Accurately account for sales performance and reconcile T&E budgets in compliance with Nestle USA standards
Provide culinary stewardship with local communities, culinary schools, and professional associations (ACF, WCR, Catersource, ProStart) to showcase Nestle's commitment to Culinary Arts while networking for business development
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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