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International Gourmet Foods, Inc. (IGF) services restaurants, gourmet markets, clubs, caterers, bakeries, country clubs, breweries, wineries, and hotels throughout the eastern United States. We are driven by strong corporate and community values and most importantly, by the employees who uphold them. The Route Delivery Driver will safely and efficiently operate a box truck and unload and deliver products (dry and frozen foods, meats, supplies, etc.) to customer locations on a set route schedule. Our drivers create relationships with each customer and are critical to IGF's reputation as a customer-service driven company. CDL is NOT required. Duties and Responsibilities Drive a reefer box truck to deliver high-quality food products to customers, primarily in the hospitality and food-service industries Track delivery progress and report issues in real time via routing software deployed on a mobile phone or tablet Answer phone correspondence in a timely manner to efficiently communicate with dispatch and management Load, unload, and stack products for customers Provide excellent customer service while checking in orders and collecting payment from customers upon delivery Perform daily vehicle checks for roadworthiness and maintenance issues Perform safety inspections; prepare safety and post-incident reports as needed Comply with DOT regulations and traffic laws Maintain a positive MVR score for the duration of employment Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications (Required) Able to pass a criminal background check No reckless or DUI/DWI tickets Clean driving record with good/positive points based on driver location DOT physical card Box truck route delivery driving experience (1-2 years minimum) Strong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Capable of working well as a member of a team and with minimal supervision Physical Requirements Must be able to bend, lift (at least 55 lb.), stretch, and climb (including ladders) Must be able to perform all delivery activities (checking, cleaning, loading, and pulling) Must be comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops Must be able to sustain prolonged periods of standing and walking Must be able to work across temperature zones (dry/frozen/refrigerated) Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voice Schedule Monday-Friday Thank you for your interest in joining our team! As the next step in our hiring process, please complete the following two surveys before your scheduled phone screen. These surveys are required for all applicants, and candidates who do not complete them will not be considered further. 👉 Survey Link: *************************************************************** Once you finish the first survey, you will automatically receive an email with a link to the second survey. After both surveys are complete, we will review your results and contact you with a few available times for a phone screening or interview/ride-along. Please ensure the surveys are submitted in advance so our conversation can be as productive as possible. Looking forward to connecting with you soon!

IGF Mission To deliver quality service and cultivate community around the table. Sales Department Mission To deliver quality by taking a team-oriented approach to building relationships, resolving issues, and making it easy to be an IGF customer. Sales Department Objectives IGF's Sales Department members work together to approach markets with the objectives of securing strong business relationships and dominating the independent food sector within select areas. Within this, the Culinary Sales Specialists are intellectually curious and understand that quality is the continuous improvement of every aspect of the business. They achieve continuous improvement by holding one another accountable to high performance standards and building rapport with IGF's customers and vendors to cultivate in-depth knowledge of the products they sell and effective placement strategies. Culinary Sales Specialist: Job Description Work as a team to manage, expand, and compete for IGF's share of the food distribution market Serve as subject matter experts on how to sell IGF's products and work together to identify sales opportunities in the marketplace Meet and exceed individual and department targets and KPIs Develop, manage, and grow IGF's customer base within designated markets Proactively pursue new business: cold-call and regularly follow up on inquiries, leads, and prospects Expand existing customer accounts and relationships to: Increase overall sales volume Sell a broad range (high percentage) of products IGF carries Increase IGF's market share Actively manage existing accounts Maintain an accurate portfolio of accounts, including customer contact information, targets, and updates Stay up to date on customers' businesses and needs Visit customers in person to check in and introduce new products Develop and continuously improve industry and product knowledge iii. Negotiate and manage contract rates, terms, and payment arrangements Coordinate customers' contract terms and fees with Accounts Receivable to ensure payment and avoid lapses in service Collect customer payments Submit credit and product-return requests iv. Serve as customers' IGF point of contact Effectively communicate internally to resolve service issues Effectively communicate issue resolutions to customers 4. Attend sales meetings as required 5. Comply with company and department policies and procedures 6.Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications (Required) A minimum of three years of hospitality or food industry experience A proven track record of success in the food sales and services industry Ability to deal with customers, vendors, and all channels of distribution to assess and analyze situations Demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate contracts and terms, and close deals Ability to build and maintain relationships across teams, departments, customers, vendors, and service providers Ability to work independently or as part of a team - changing gears when required, whether multitasking or adapting working hours; effectively manage time and prioritize multiple responsibilities Must be able to travel up to 75% to visit clients within the designated sales region, and 15% for out of market travel Proactive, quick-thinking, problem-solving approach to work Excellent communication, organization, and data-entry skills with keen focus on customer needs and relationship building; A high level of energy and self-motivation, as well as a passion for the food industry Strong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; maintain a high and positive energy Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Dynamics, Excel, Teams, and Word) and other tech skills, including use of email, and text Must live in the area and have strong local connections Qualifications (Preferred) Five or more years of hospitality or food industry experience Bilingual communication skills Physical Requirements Must be able to sit and drive for several hours a day and able to walk around to client establishments Must be able to bend and lift (at least 40 lb.) Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voice Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401K Paid time off Company-paid life insurance Short-term disability Referral program Employee discount Health savings account Compensation Salary plus performance-based bonus eligibility beginning in Year 2 Powered by JazzHR DMPd07x4cc

IGF Mission To deliver quality service and cultivate community around the table. Sales Department Mission To deliver quality by taking a team-oriented approach to building relationships, resolving issues, and making it easy to be an IGF customer. Sales Department Objectives IGF's Sales Department members work together to approach markets with the objectives of securing strong business relationships and dominating the independent food sector within select areas. Within this, the Culinary Sales Specialists are intellectually curious and understand that quality is the continuous improvement of every aspect of the business. They achieve continuous improvement by holding one another accountable to high performance standards and building rapport with IGF's customers and vendors to cultivate in-depth knowledge of the products they sell and effective placement strategies. Culinary Sales Specialist: Job Description Work as a team to manage, expand, and compete for IGF's share of the food distribution market Serve as subject matter experts on how to sell IGF's products and work together to identify sales opportunities in the marketplace Meet and exceed individual and department targets and KPIs Develop, manage, and grow IGF's customer base within designated markets Proactively pursue new business: cold-call and regularly follow up on inquiries, leads, and prospects Expand existing customer accounts and relationships to: Increase overall sales volume Sell a broad range (high percentage) of products IGF carries Increase IGF's market share Actively manage existing accounts Maintain an accurate portfolio of accounts, including customer contact information, targets, and updates Stay up to date on customers' businesses and needs Visit customers in person to check in and introduce new products Develop and continuously improve industry and product knowledge iii. Negotiate and manage contract rates, terms, and payment arrangements Coordinate customers' contract terms and fees with Accounts Receivable to ensure payment and avoid lapses in service Collect customer payments Submit credit and product-return requests iv. Serve as customers' IGF point of contact Effectively communicate internally to resolve service issues Effectively communicate issue resolutions to customers 4. Attend sales meetings as required 5. Comply with company and department policies and procedures 6.Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications (Required) A minimum of three years of hospitality or food industry experience A proven track record of success in the food sales and services industry Ability to deal with customers, vendors, and all channels of distribution to assess and analyze situations Demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate contracts and terms, and close deals Ability to build and maintain relationships across teams, departments, customers, vendors, and service providers Ability to work independently or as part of a team - changing gears when required, whether multitasking or adapting working hours; effectively manage time and prioritize multiple responsibilities Must be able to travel up to 75% to visit clients within the designated sales region, and 15% for out of market travel Proactive, quick-thinking, problem-solving approach to work Excellent communication, organization, and data-entry skills with keen focus on customer needs and relationship building; A high level of energy and self-motivation, as well as a passion for the food industry Strong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; maintain a high and positive energy Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Dynamics, Excel, Teams, and Word) and other tech skills, including use of email, and text Must live in the area and have strong local connections Qualifications (Preferred) Five or more years of hospitality or food industry experience Bilingual communication skills Physical Requirements Must be able to sit and drive for several hours a day and able to walk around to client establishments Must be able to bend and lift (at least 40 lb.) Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voice Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401K Paid time off Company-paid life insurance Short-term disability Referral program Employee discount Health savings account Compensation Salary plus performance-based bonus eligibility beginning in Year 2

Job Description International Gourmet Foods, Inc. (IGF) services restaurants, gourmet markets, clubs, caterers, bakeries, country clubs, breweries, wineries, and hotels throughout the eastern United States. We are driven by strong corporate and community values and most importantly, by the employees who uphold them. The Route Delivery Driver will safely and efficiently operate a box truck and unload and deliver products (dry and frozen foods, meats, supplies, etc.) to customer locations on a set route schedule. Our drivers create relationships with each customer and are critical to IGF's reputation as a customer-service driven company. CDL is NOT required. Duties and Responsibilities Drive a reefer box truck to deliver high-quality food products to customers, primarily in the hospitality and food-service industries Track delivery progress and report issues in real time via routing software deployed on a mobile phone or tablet Answer phone correspondence in a timely manner to efficiently communicate with dispatch and management Load, unload, and stack products for customers Provide excellent customer service while checking in orders and collecting payment from customers upon delivery Perform daily vehicle checks for roadworthiness and maintenance issues Perform safety inspections; prepare safety and post-incident reports as needed Comply with DOT regulations and traffic laws Maintain a positive MVR score for the duration of employment Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications (Required) Able to pass a criminal background check No reckless or DUI/DWI tickets Clean driving record with good/positive points based on driver location DOT physical card Box truck route delivery driving experience (1-2 years minimum) Strong attention to detail and solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Capable of working well as a member of a team and with minimal supervision Physical Requirements Must be able to bend, lift (at least 55 lb.), stretch, and climb (including ladders) Must be able to perform all delivery activities (checking, cleaning, loading, and pulling) Must be comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops Must be able to sustain prolonged periods of standing and walking Must be able to work across temperature zones (dry/frozen/refrigerated) Requires bending, sitting, standing, walking, use of hands, arms, legs, eyes, and voice Schedule Monday-Friday Thank you for your interest in joining our team! As the next step in our hiring process, please complete the following two surveys before your scheduled phone screen. These surveys are required for all applicants, and candidates who do not complete them will not be considered further. 👉 Survey Link: *************************************************************** Once you finish the first survey, you will automatically receive an email with a link to the second survey. After both surveys are complete, we will review your results and contact you with a few available times for a phone screening or interview/ride-along. Please ensure the surveys are submitted in advance so our conversation can be as productive as possible. Looking forward to connecting with you soon! Powered by JazzHR kyvav AMI2C