Gourmet Coffee Bar Sales Specialist

Central Market; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Market in Austin is seeking a Sales Rep to stock and sell products to retail customers, take orders, and merchandise to maximize sales. You will work under supervision, apply basic procedures, and ensure product quality and shelf integrity across departments.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of experience, knowledge of specialty foods, strong customer service and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, temp-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience or equivalent in retail or food service
• Knowledge of department products and food preparation preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills required
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and maintain safety standards

Responsibilities

• Provide good customer service to walk-in and repeat customers
• Organize, clean, and prepare back area for incoming deliveries
• Stock and rotate items; maintain shelf conditions and signage
• Check shipments for freshness and quality; ensure compliance with safety standards
• Assist in merchandising to maximize sales and use suggestive selling techniques

Skills

Customer service

Food knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Temperature tolerance

Education

Materials handling equipment certification

Job description

Central Market in Austin is seeking a Sales Rep to stock and sell products to retail customers, take orders, and merchandise to maximize sales. You will work under supervision, apply basic procedures, and ensure product quality and shelf integrity across departments.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years of experience, knowledge of specialty foods, strong customer service and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, temp-controlled environment.