Specialty Foods Sales & Merchandising Rep

Central Market; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Market in Austin, TX is seeking a Sales Representative to stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers. You will process orders, merchandise displays, and assist with deliveries under supervision.

The role emphasizes customer service, product knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced grocery environment. Prior retail experience is helpful; a passion for food and strong interpersonal skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment used preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation essential.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.

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 maintains shelf conditions ensuring integrity of shelf tags and signage in department.
• Check shipments for out-of-date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality of products.
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company 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

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Passion for food

Job description

Central Market in Austin, TX is seeking a Sales Representative to stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers. You will process orders, merchandise displays, and assist with deliveries under supervision.

The role emphasizes customer service, product knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced grocery environment. Prior retail experience is helpful; a passion for food and strong interpersonal skills are valued.