Bilingual Customer Sales Associate (English - Spanish)

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you in the Food Service business and tired of working late nights, every weekend and holiday? Need a better quality of life but are still very passionate about food and hospitality?

If you've answered 'YES', we'd like to meet with you!

The Bilingual Customer Sales Associate (English - Spanish) with The Restaurant Store is responsible for delivering a high level of service and satisfaction to all customers in a retail branch location, with a specific focus on our Spanish-speaking customer base. The Bilingual Customer Sales Associate (English - Spanish) will achieve a variety of operational goals through effective customer service strategies that align with the goals of our sales, purchasing, and inventory teams. Previous restaurant and customer service experience needed.

Here is some exciting information about The Restaurant Store and our Davie, Florida location.

• THIS IS A BRAND NEW CASH & CARRY LOCATION scheduled to open in October 2025
• We sell everything that a restaurant needs (with the exception of any fresh, refrigerated or frozen products)
• 50,000 square feet to service all of our local independent and chain restaurants / food trucks / local businesses
• We are hiring Full-Time positions only
• Store Hours; Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm, Saturday 7am - 5pm, SUNDAY CLOSED
• Our Parent Company, Clark Associates, Inc., is a family owned business and was featured in Forbes Magazine
• We are the largest commercial equipment and smallwares dealer in the USA

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct business-to-business sales and customer service with a focus on building and developing relationships with our Spanish-speaking customer base
• Execute on our proven TRS process: 1) build brand awareness, 2) assess customer’s needs, 3) exceed expectations, and 4) build loyalty
• Perform basic cashier functions and loading products into customer vehicles
• Perform general store maintenance through cleaning and merchandising functions, while also restocking shelves and putting away incoming stock
• Analyze basic inventory information to determine product availability and re-order status
• Promote our private label brands to maximize TRS gross profit
• Educate prospective customers on our competitive advantages (best people, best technology, and best price)
• Possess and maintain a thorough understanding of our website and educate our Spanish-speaking customers on how to best-utilize our “Brick and Click” business model

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Experience

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 year of relevant experience in food service / retail / customer service
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and experience with CRM systems and project management tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
• Service leadership approach with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Business Proficiency in English and Spanish is required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 9 hours/day
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.

Education

• This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Passionate about food, cooking, and business
• Customer Service focused
• Drive to 'be the best'
• Willingness to learn The Restaurant Stores amazing culture and make a difference
• Build relationships with local business owners to assist them with their needs

Working Environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.

Company Overview

Your one-stop-shop for restaurant supplies and foodservice equipment. We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing excellent hospitality, quality, and value.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentives
• Company Discounts
• AT&T & Verizon Discount
• Bonus Opportunities
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Adoption Assistance

Available at HQ Locations Only

• On-Site Fitness Centers
• Dog-friendly Offices