What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Representative position at H.T. Hackney Co.?
The H.T. Hackney Co. is a privately-owned, broad-line convenience store distributor serving convenience stores for over 125 years and is looking for an energetic and dedicated individual to join our Sales and Marketing team as a Foodservice Representative.
We are now accepting applications for Foodservice Representative position based out of our Madison Heights, Va. location.
Job Duties:
- A Food Service Representative of the H.T. Hackney Co. will become an expert of the foodservice programs and products we offer. The rep will use this acquired knowledge to work with customers to recommend programs and products that best fit a convenience store's needs to grow sales and profitability. In addition. the foodservice rep assists the sales team to grow the foodservice category by sampling, cooking and promoting items and serving as the gatekeeper between foodservice vendors and convenience store retailers.
Work Schedule - Weekends Off (some weekends possible due to shows, inventory, etc.)
- Monday - Friday, Day Hours
- Must be flexible to meet at customer's locations. Early mornings required
Position Requirements
- Previous experience in foodservice retail or the convenience store channel preferred
- Be an effective communicator, both verbal and written
- Ability to travel to customer's locations in a 100-mile radius of the facility
- Able to think quickly and stay focused on solutions
- Be a great listener when interacting with customers
- Effective negotiator, work toward win-win solutions
- Keeps a positive and upbeat demeanor when challenged
- Works well with others, likes to problem-solve
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team
- Dependable, punctual and work as scheduled
- Minimal overnight travel, 3-5 overnight stays per year
- Dedication to working safe
- Reliable transportation
- Pass pre-employment drug screen & physical
- Must be 18 for consideration
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical/Dental/401K/Life/Disability
- Challenging yet friendly work environment
- Family atmosphere
- Career advancement and growth opportunities
The H.T. Hackney Co. understands that finding the right career is one of the most important decisions you will make in your adult life. It is our belief that work should be challenging and rewarding and employees should be valued for their dedication and excellence. As a new employee, you will be treated as a valued member of our team and not just a person hired to perform a job. Finally, we are confident if you have the right attitude and desire to learn our business we can coach you to success - don't worry if you have never worked in distribution before! We wish you well on your job search and hope to hear from you if H.T. Hackney feels like it could be your new work home. Learn more about H.T. Hackney at www.hthackney.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $36,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $36,000