Technical Sales Chef - Savoury & Culinary

Job Title: Technical Sales Chef - Savoury & Culinary

Location:

Experience:

• Total Experience:

  6 - 8 years

• Relevant Experience:

  Minimum 3 years in a similar Technical Sales Chef or Culinary Sales role.

About the Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Demonstration & Application:

  Conduct engaging and informative cooking demonstrations to prospective and existing clients, showcasing the versatile application and benefits of our savory seasonings, marinades, and Ready-To-Cook (RTC) gravies. This includes demonstrating preparation techniques and highlighting flavour profiles.

• Sales & Business Development:

  Independently manage the sales cycle from initial contact to closing, including prospecting, preset and cold calling, and follow-up. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the HoReCa sector, food manufacturing, and other relevant culinary segments.

• Client Relationship Management:

  Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with chefs, culinary professionals, purchasing managers, and distributors. Understand the client needs and provide tailored solutions.

• Market Intelligence:

  Stay abreast of local market trends, competitor activities, and evolving culinary preferences. Provide feedback to the product development team to inform future innovations.

• Technical Support:

  Offer expert culinary advice and technical support to clients regarding product usage, customization, and troubleshooting.

• Reporting:

  Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client interactions, and market feedback. Provide regular reports on sales performance and market insights.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:

  Culinary Graduate (degree or diploma from a recognized institution).

• Culinary Expertise:

  Proven expertise in savoury cooking, with a strong understanding of ingredients, flavour profiles, and food preparation techniques.

• Demonstration Ability:

  Exceptional ability to demonstrate cooking effectively and engagingly.

• Communication Skills:

  Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, and proficiency in local languages (e.g., Kannada, Hindi) is highly advantageous.

• Sales Acumen:

  Demonstrated independent sales calling and negotiation skills.

• Market Knowledge:

  In-depth knowledge of the Bengaluru culinary market, including key players, distributors, and consumption patterns.

• Self-Driven:

  Highly motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Customer Focus:

  Strong customer service orientation with a proactive approach to addressing client needs.

• Mobility:

  Willingness to travel extensively within Bengaluru and surrounding areas for client visits and demonstrations.