Food Sales Executive — Uncapped Commission & Growth

Baldor Specialty Foods; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Paid holidays & vacation

Retirement savings plan

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Baldor Specialty Foods in the Mid-Atlantic region is seeking a Sales Executive to grow high-value accounts and develop new business with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retailers. You’ll present Baldor’s premium ingredients, manage contracts, and drive growth through consultative selling in a fast-paced food distribution environment.

The role offers a generous base salary of 80,000–100,000 USD per year, uncapped commissions, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and strong opportunities for career

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven success in sales (food sales, restaurant, or catering preferred).
• Genuine love for food and the culinary industry.
• Relationship-building and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter who thrives independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Leader who fosters a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Data-driven with comfort using metrics to drive decisions.
• Determined with urgency to achieve results under tight deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client visits.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales by developing new business opportunities and expanding relationships with existing accounts.
• Go into market weekly to connect with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retail partners to grow business.
• Present Baldor’s premium product line using samples, catalogs, and consultative selling.
• Prepare contracts, quote prices, and manage credit terms to close deals.
• Provide accurate timelines for delivery and ensure timely payment collections.
• Maintain organized records and update CRM systems; track account activity.
• Partner with inside sales to coordinate account activities and customer support.
• Stay current on product knowledge, industry trends, and competitor offerings.
• Represent Baldor’s values while fostering long-term partnerships rooted in trust.

Skills

4+ years sales

Food sales

Relationship building

Self-starter

Leadership

Data-driven

Urgency and focus

Driver’s license

Job description

Baldor Specialty Foods in the Mid-Atlantic region is seeking a Sales Executive to grow high-value accounts and develop new business with chefs, caterers, hotels, and retailers. You’ll present Baldor’s premium ingredients, manage contracts, and drive growth through consultative selling in a fast-paced food distribution environment.

The role offers a generous base salary of 80,000–100,000 USD per year, uncapped commissions, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and strong opportunities for career