Sales Associate

Capital Seaboard & G. Cefalu & Bro., Inc. (CGC Holdings, Inc); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

The Chefs' Warehouse in Houston, TX is seeking a driven Sales Associate to represent our premium selection of ingredients to chefs and foodservice operators. The role emphasizes building trusted relationships, discovering product solutions, and growing accounts within your territory.

You will earn a base salary plus uncapped monthly commission, with autonomy to manage your territory while supported by an industry-leading team.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant sales or food sales preferred.
• Must reside within commutable distance of the Houston territory.
• Proficient in MS Office and email communication.
• Reliable transportation to travel within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand a portfolio of accounts and win new business.
• Increase earnings through an uncapped commission structure.
• Represent The Chefs' Warehouse and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Collaborate with culinary, protein, and produce teams to solve problems and add value.

Skills

Restaurant sales

Relationship building

Communication

Organization

Results-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Why Join The Chefs' Warehouse?

Turn Your Effort Into Opportunity

Job Description

Posted Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About The Chefs' Warehouse

The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. (http://www.chefswarehouse.com) combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty, Produce, and Broadline offerings, we service the most discerning chefs in a hybrid approach of convenience and superior quality. We introduce more than 4,000 artisan producers of the world’s finest ingredients from over 40 countries to the finest chefs in the world. We passionately consult, sell, and build relationships with more than 50,000 customers through the most experienced network of over 600 consultive sales associates, best-in-breed technology, rapid service, and support levels that solidify our long-standing ties to both established and up-and-coming premium restaurants.

Mission

The mission of The Chefs' Warehouse is to provide the world’s greatest ingredients to the world’s best chefs.

Our C.H.E.F.S. Values

• Curious & Creative
• Hungry For Food & Results
• Entrepreneurial
• Forward Thinking & Flexible
• Supportive (Of Peers & Chefs)

This position is expected to be filled in Q2 2027.

Build Relationships. Create Opportunities. Grow Your Career.

At The Chefs' Warehouse, we're more than a specialty food distributor. We're trusted partners to the chefs who create unforgettable dining experiences every day.

Our customers rely on us for an unmatched selection of specialty ingredients, premium proteins, and fresh produce sourced from around the world. Our sales team helps bring those products to life by building relationships, solving challenges, and delivering value beyond the plate.

We're looking for driven, relationship-focused professionals who want to grow a career, not just fill a sales role. Whether your background is in foodservice, hospitality, culinary arts, or sales, this is an opportunity to combine your passion for people and food with uncapped earning potential.

Position Summary

As a Sales Associate, you'll be the face of The Chefs' Warehouse within your territory, building trusted relationships with chefs, restaurant owners, and foodservice operators. You'll help customers discover products and solutions that elevate their menus, improve operations, and grow their businesses.

This role offers the opportunity to develop and expand a portfolio of accounts, win new business, and increase your earnings through an uncapped commission structure. You'll have the autonomy to manage your territory while being supported by an industry-leading team of sales, culinary, protein, and produce experts.

If you're energized by building relationships, creating opportunities, and delivering exceptional customer experiences, you'll thrive here.

Benefits Include

• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

What You Bring

• Relevant Experience: Experience in restaurant sales, food sales, catering, hospitality, culinary, or other customer-facing environments is preferred. Experience as a chef or working closely with foodservice professionals is a plus.
• Relationship-Focused: You enjoy building trust, developing customer relationships, and helping others succeed.
• Positive & Self-Motivated: You bring energy, initiative, and a solutions-oriented mindset. You're eager to learn, take ownership, and achieve results.
• Strong Communication & Organization Skills: You can effectively manage multiple priorities, communicate professionally, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-Driven: You thrive in a dynamic environment, use data to inform decisions, and approach opportunities with a sense of urgency.
• Education: A college degree is preferred but not required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must reside within a commutable distance of the assigned sales territory.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel throughout the territory.
• Basic computer proficiency required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

Base Salary

Base Salary: $50,000 fixed annual base salary.

Commission Structure

Commission Structure: In addition to your base salary, this position qualifies for an uncapped monthly commission calculated as a predetermined percentage of monthly Gross Profit (GP) dollars generated.

The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Perks & Benefits

• Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Medical Benefits
• Weekly paylse

  The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

  Job Details

  Pay Type: Salary

  Location: Houston, TX, USA