Culinary Sales Leader, Catering

H.E.B.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

H.E.B. is seeking a Sales Lead to apply advanced product knowledge, supervise activities, and optimize department orders to maximize sales. You will convey culinary expertise and lead with customer service.

Work under minimal supervision, follow guidelines, address problems promptly, and ensure compliance with freshness, safety, and sanitation standards. Previous retail/restaurant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ordering
• May assist in writing weekly Department schedule
• Identify and address high priority activities first
• Communicate clear expectations for assignments
• Delegate responsibility to appropriate Partners
• Provide excellent customer service
• Maintain operating effectiveness
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales

Skills

Product knowledge

Food prep knowledge

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced work

Extreme temperatures

Passion for food

Education

Materials Handling Certification

Job description

H.E.B. is seeking a Sales Lead to apply advanced product knowledge, supervise activities, and optimize department orders to maximize sales. You will convey culinary expertise and lead with customer service.

Work under minimal supervision, follow guidelines, address problems promptly, and ensure compliance with freshness, safety, and sanitation standards. Previous retail/restaurant experience is required.