Job Specifications
Hybrid | Candidates residing in either Greater Toronto Area, Greater Montreal Area, OR Kelowna, BC
Job ID 10434
Compensation
$80,000 to $85,000 + Bonus
Company-Leased Vehicle (Gas & Maintenance Included)
Full Benefits
RRSP Plan Eligibility
Optional Full Gym and Costco Memberships
20 Days PTO + Stat Holidays + Birthday Off
The Opportunity
This hybrid work role, with extensive on-the-road travel, is ideal for a seasoned culinary professional with proven sales acumen who thrives in customer-facing roles and is passionate about bringing innovative commercial kitchen solutions to market. Candidates must reside in either Toronto, Montreal, or Kelowna.
Position Description
In this unique, exciting, and important position, you would be responsible for planning and executing strategic sales activities, delivering dynamic culinary demonstrations, and expanding market presence in the assigned territory.
Lead engaging, live culinary demonstration events showcasing commercial kitchen solutions to diverse audiences.
Identify and develop customer relationships across foodservice and applicable commercial market segments.
Cultivate a strong referral and partner network (consultants, designers, and dealers).
Manage and grow regional sales pipeline through prospecting, cold calling, and relationship management.
Maintain accurate and timely CRM documentation (Salesforce).
Create and manage annual territory business plans and sales forecasts.
Attend and represent the brand at regional/national trade shows and events.
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regional developments impacting sales growth.
Experience
You bring hands-on culinary experience and have successfully moved beyond the back-of-house into a customer-focused, consultative sales role. You thrive in a structured, high-performance environment and have the discipline to navigate a regulated sales process with precision.
Your strong problem-solving skills allow you to turn technical knowledge into persuasive sales strategies, and you’re just as comfortable presenting in a commercial kitchen as you are in a corporate boardroom.
Qualifications
Experienced Chef combined with a sales background.
Professional culinary experience in a commercial kitchen is required.
Experience leading product demonstrations or culinary training sessions is strongly preferred.
Degree in Culinary Arts or Business is a plus; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Proficient in MS Office and CRM software (Salesforce preferred).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively (up to 50% including international).
Bilingual (French/English) candidates preferred in Quebec regions.
Education
Degree in Culinary Arts or Business is a plus; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Additional Information
Job Type - Hybrid, Permanent, Full-Time
Industries - Commercial Machinery Manufacturing
Job Categories - Sales | Culinary Arts
Manages Others - No
Required Travel - Frequent
Relocation Assistance - No
Learn More About the Recruiter
Donna Turner brings to Stoakley-Stewart Consultants over 20 years of extensive experience in executive recruitment. Here she capitalizes on her knowledge, experience, and expertise with a focus on partnering with great organizations and becoming a “Partner of Choice” to both companies and professionals.
How to Apply
Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to: dturner@stoakley.com
About Stoakley-Stewart Consultants
Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is an Executive Search/Recruiting firm with an impressive domestic presence and strong international reach. We opened our doors in 1977 and have grown to be one of the most successful employment agencies in Canada. We house a team of top-notch consultants, each acting as a subject matter expert in their chosen field. As a result we provide professional recruiting services to clients and candidates in a variety of industries, functions and geographies. This expansive breadth of experience allows us, as a firm, to successfully satisfy all of your hiring/employment needs. In accordance with Canadian laws, it is the policy of Stoakley-Stewart Consultants to consider all qualified individuals for available positions without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, country of origin, age, disability etc.
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