Outside Sales Representative

Goodwin Recruiting; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Car allowance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join a respected, family-run company in the foodservice industry. You will understand restaurant operations, build strong customer relationships, and drive growth in your territory.

The role offers a base plus commission, monthly car and cell phone allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package. A flexible Monday–Friday schedule is highlighted, aligning with a customer-focused sales approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in outside sales, foodservice distribution, restaurant management, restaurant ownership, or a related foodservice role.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, foodservice products, and customer purchasing needs.
• Proven ability to build customer relationships, develop new business, and grow existing accounts.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable prospecting, making customer visits, and independently managing a territory.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Build customer relationships and grow accounts within a defined territory.
• Develop new business by identifying opportunities with independent restaurants and operators.
• Prospect and visit potential clients to expand market share.
• Manage territory effectively and meet sales targets.

Skills

Outside sales

Foodservice distribution

Restaurant management

Restaurant ownership

Territory management

Job description

Outside Sales Representative – Build a Career with an Established Foodservice Industry Leader

Join a respected, family-run company with a strong reputation in the foodservice industry. We’re looking for motivated Outside Sales Representatives who understand the restaurant business, enjoy building customer relationships, and have the drive to grow a territory. Whether you have experience in foodservice distribution sales or restaurant operations, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with an established company.

Outside Sales Representative – Benefits and Compensation

• Guaranteed base compensation for the first 1–2 years while you build your territory PLUS Commission
• Monthly car and cell phone allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, PTO, wellness PTO, and a flexible Monday–Friday schedule

Outside Sales Representative – Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience in outside sales, foodservice distribution, restaurant management, restaurant ownership, or a related foodservice role
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, foodservice products, and customer purchasing needs
• Proven ability to build customer relationships, develop new business, and grow existing accounts
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable prospecting, making customer visits, and independently managing a territory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record

Outside Sales Representative – Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience with broadline foodservice distributors
• Background with a regional or specialty foodservice distributor
• Established relationships with independent restaurants, restaurant owners, chefs, and foodservice operators
• Experience opening new accounts, growing sales, and identifying additional opportunities within existing customer relationships
• Strong foodservice industry knowledge, a competitive sales personality, and a goal-oriented mindset; a college degree is not required

Ready to put your foodservice knowledge and relationship-building skills to work in a rewarding outside sales career?

JOB ID: 182430#post

Andrew Busby