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Route Sales Representative

Columbus, OH

$43K - $55K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Columbus, OH About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Valparaiso, IN

$37K - $48K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Valparaiso, IN About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Cleveland, OH

$43K - $55K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Cleveland, OH About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative Location: Des Plaines, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

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Route Sales Representative Location: Springfield, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Joliet, IL

$43K - $55K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Joliet, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative Location: Traverse City, MI About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Champaign, IL

$43K - $55K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Champaign, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Peoria, IL

$43K - $55K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Peoria, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Adrian, MI

$39K - $51K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Adrian, MI About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Lafayette, IN

$42K - $54K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Lafayette, IN About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Cadillac, MI

$38K - $49K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Cadillac, MI About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Sandusky, OH

$41K - $53K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Sandusky, OH About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative Location: West Chicago, IL About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Representative

Perrysburg, OH

$42K - $53K/yr

Route Sales Representative Location: Perrysburg, OH About Aunt Millie's: Aunt Millie's, a popular ... Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides ...

Route Sales Specialist

Peoria, IL · On-site

$53K - $62K/yr

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold ® , Brownberry ® or Oroweat ® bread? A Thomas' ® English muffin or ... Route Sales Specialist The responsibility of the Route Sales Specialist is to follow procedures and ...

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How much do bread route sales jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for bread route sales in the United States is $56,429.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bread route salesperson?

To thrive as a Bread Route Salesperson, you need strong sales abilities, route management skills, a valid driver’s license, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with handheld order management devices, inventory tracking systems, and basic vehicle maintenance is typically required. Excellent customer service, time management, and self-motivation are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for efficiently managing deliveries, building customer relationships, and maximizing sales within a designated territory.

What is bread route sales?

Bread Route Sales involve delivering baked goods, such as bread and pastries, from a bakery or distributor to retail locations like grocery stores, restaurants, or cafeterias. Individuals in this job typically own or lease a specific delivery route and are responsible for sales, inventory management, and merchandising. The job requires early morning hours, strong customer service skills, and physical stamina for loading and unloading products. Bread route salespeople often build relationships with store managers to maximize shelf space and sales opportunities. Earnings come from commissions or profits based on the products sold along their route.

What is the difference between Bread Route Sales vs Delivery Driver?

AspectBread Route SalesDelivery Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, sometimes food handling certificationDriver's license, vehicle insurance
Work EnvironmentRetail routes, customer interaction, local deliveryVehicle-based, often long-distance or local deliveries
Employer & IndustryBakeries, food distributors, wholesaleLogistics, courier, transportation companies

While both roles involve driving and delivery, Bread Route Sales focuses on selling and delivering baked goods directly to customers, often with sales responsibilities. Delivery Drivers primarily focus on transporting goods from one location to another without sales duties. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on their skills and career goals.

What are some common challenges faced by bread route sales professionals, and how can they be managed?

Bread Route Sales professionals often encounter challenges such as early morning start times, managing a demanding delivery schedule, and maintaining strong relationships with store managers. Navigating traffic and keeping deliveries punctual can be stressful, but effective route planning and time management are crucial for success. Additionally, adapting to changes in customer demand and inventory levels requires flexibility and clear communication with the bakery and clients. Building rapport and consistently providing excellent service can help overcome these challenges and strengthen client loyalty.
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Infographic showing various Bread Route Sales job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,429 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Route Sales Representative

Aunt Millie's

Columbus, OH

$43K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

Route Sales Representative 

Location:  Columbus, OH

About Aunt Millie's:

Aunt Millie's, a popular family-owned bakery, has been celebrated for its commitment to quality and community since its inception. Renowned for producing a wide range of baked goods from breads to pastries, Aunt Millie's prides itself on using traditional recipes and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This establishment not only offers a nostalgic embrace of home-style baking but also operates with a forward-thinking mindset towards sustainability and innovation in food production.

Why Work Here:

We are proud of the products we make and we're even more proud of how we make them. Aunt Millie's combines the best ingredients, recipes, and people to produce consistently high-quality breads and rolls that you will be proud to represent. We invest in good ingredients and good people alike, so that at Aunt Millie's you'll have more than a job, you'll have a career you can be proud of.

Perks and Benefits:

  • An amazing healthcare package for employees working over 30 hours per week.
  • Competitive wages that are higher than the industry average
  • The reassurance of an employer matched 401(k) package and life insurance options.
  • Wellness incentives including fitness center membership reimbursement.
  • Paid Vacations & Holidays

Compensation:

  • Paid Training: 4-6 weeks (base amount varies by location)
  • After Training: Transition to route pay upon successful completion of training and assignment of a route.
  • Expected Earnings: $ 52,000+ annually, depending on route performance and sales

Position Summary:

The Route Sales Representative (RSR) role at Aunt Millie's involves building and maintaining customer relationships while managing a specific route in the wholesale baking and route distribution industry. RSRs interact with grocery store managers, receiving personnel, and other store staff, serving as a visible representative of the brand.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Cultivate and nurture relationships with existing accounts to foster customer loyalty.
  • Deliver and sell products to established accounts, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
  • Transport products from company vehicles to retail establishments, effectively stocking shelves.
  • Preplan and fulfill specific orders for each customer, maximizing efficiency.
  • Utilize an iPad to manage route activities, including order tracking and customer communication.
  • Identify and capitalize on opportunities to generate additional business.
  • Implement strategies to minimize product expiration and maintain freshness.
  • Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with traffic laws and company policies.
  • Adhere to safe work procedures to ensure personal and public safety.
  • Load and unload bread baskets throughout the day, following proper lifting and handling protocols.

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

  • Enjoy engaging with people and prefer an active role over desk work, with strong driving skills.
  • Possess a valid driver's license and a clean 3-year driving record.
  • Able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
  • Meet the minimum age requirement of 21 as mandated by DOT regulations.
  • Successfully pass a drug screening.
  • Possess basic math skills for essential job tasks.
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and take pride in delivering quality work.
  • Committed to providing exceptional customer service with enthusiasm and dedication.

Driving Record: candidates cannot have convictions in the past three years on their driving record for DUI/DWI or similar alcohol/drug related offense, careless/reckless driving, chemical test refusal, driving after suspension (unless not notified), fleeing/eluding a police officer, leaving the scene of an accident, passing a stopped school bus, speeding 15 miles+ above the speed limit, or three or more driving violations (not including seat belt violations).


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