Dallas Catering Sales Lead

Central Market Dallas Catering Sales Lead - Full-Time role at Central Market

Location:

Dallas, TX

Employment Type:

Full-time

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Job Function:
Sales and Business Development

Industry: Retail

Central Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, Texas in 1994, and has grown to multiple locations across the state. It is known for offering a wide variety of high-quality products, including hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and a wide selection of professional‑grade tools. The store aims to bring the finest food and drinks directly from the source to customers while fostering community and preserving culinary traditions.

• Apply advanced sales procedures and techniques specific to the catering area.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities and assist in ordering.
• Manage product inventory to maximize sales and maintain freshness, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Work under minimal supervision, applying accepted guidelines and rules.
• Monitor, identify, and address problems promptly to maintain operational effectiveness.
• Provide excellent customer service and use suggestive selling techniques.
• Assist in writing the weekly department schedule, delegate responsibilities, and communicate clear expectations.

• Typically 5–8 years of experience in retail or restaurant environments.
• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and preparation methods.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for food.
• Materials Handling Equipment certification.
• Ability to work in fast paced environments and extreme temperatures.

• Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs.