Sales Associate

The Chefs' Warehouse; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; 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 Indianapolis is seeking a Sales Associate focused on building relationships with chefs, restaurant owners, and foodservice operators. You will help customers discover products and solutions that elevate menus, improve operations, and grow their business.

Develop and expand a portfolio of accounts, win new business, and increase earnings through an uncapped commission structure. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your territory while supported by a team of sales, culinary,

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant sales, food sales, catering, hospitality, or other customer-facing environments is preferred.
• Experience as a chef or working closely with foodservice professionals is a plus.
• A college degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Be the face of The Chef's Warehouse within your territory, building trusted relationships with chefs, restaurant owners, and foodservice operators.
• Help customers discover products and solutions that elevate menus, improve operations, and grow their businesses.
• Develop and expand a portfolio of accounts, win new business, and increase earnings through an uncapped commission structure.
• Manage your territory autonomously 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.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer-focused

Communication

Sales fundamentals

Territory management

Time management

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Watch our “Day in the Life of a Sales Associate” video:

Build Relationships. Create Opportunities. Grow Your Career.
At The Chef's 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 Chef's 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.

Why Join The Chefs’ Warehouse?

Turn Your Effort Into Opportunity
Enjoy a competitive base salary plus an uncapped commission plan that rewards initiative, performance, and business growth. The more value you create, the more you can earn.

Build a Career, Not Just a Job
Join an industry leader committed to investing in its people through training, mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Represent Products That Inspire
Sell a best‑in‑class portfolio of specialty ingredients, premium proteins, and fresh produce that chefs know, trust, and love.

Become a Trusted Partner
Help customers solve challenges, discover new possibilities, and achieve their business goals. Your relationships can make a real impact on their success.

Thrive on a Team That Supports You
Work alongside experienced sales professionals, culinary experts, protein specialists, and produce specialists who collaborate, share knowledge, and celebrate wins together.

Join an Award‑Winning Culture
The Chef's Warehouse is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, offering a supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and succeed.

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.

Our Values

C urious and Creative

H ungry For Food and Results

E ntrepreneurial

F oward Thinking and Flexible

S upportive Of Peers and Chefs