Gourmet Food Sales & Merchandising Rep

Central Market; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Market in Austin, TX is seeking a Sales Rep to stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers across our market aisles. You will merchandise, front, and promote products while following instructions to maximize sales and ensure freshness and quality.

Ideal candidates bring an interest in specialty foods, strong customer service and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience in retail or food sales.
• Knowledge of department products and food preparation is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide good customer service
• Organize, clean, and prepare back area for incoming deliveries
• Keep sales floor uncluttered and free from spills
• Stock and rotate items as needed
• Reset products and maintain shelf conditions and signage in department
• Check shipments for out-of-date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality of products
• Ensure that all 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

Customer service

Stocking

Merchandising

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Central Market in Austin, TX is seeking a Sales Rep to stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers across our market aisles. You will merchandise, front, and promote products while following instructions to maximize sales and ensure freshness and quality.

Ideal candidates bring an interest in specialty foods, strong customer service and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and adherence to safety standards.