Culinary Ambassador

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Culinary Ambassador to join our team at US Foods, Inc. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for building strong relationships with our customers, driving sales growth, and promoting our exclusive products and offerings.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and preferences to provide tailored solutions.
• Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and developing strategic plans to achieve sales targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and culinary innovations to provide expert advice and recommendations to customers.
• Develop and deliver training programs to customers and internal teams to enhance culinary knowledge and skills.
• Participate in local and national events, conferences, and trade shows to promote US Foods' products and services.
• Conduct kitchen and operations assessments to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address customer needs.
• Utilize Menu Profit Pro and other tools to provide customized, costed recipes and support customers in achieving business goals.

• 7+ years of relevant work experience, including a comprehensive culinary background.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages and delivery to different audiences.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and sales growth.
• Passion for the culinary arts and foodservice industry, with a strong understanding of culinary, foodservice, and hospitality fundamentals.

• Chef certification and membership in local and national culinary organizations.
• Experience in sales or sales support, with a strong understanding of sales strategies and tactics.
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment, with a strong focus on food safety and sanitation.

This role requires working in a kitchen environment, either at the Distribution Center or a customer location. The successful candidate will be able to perform the physical activities required for this role, including standing, walking, driving, and lifting.