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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for gourmet account manager in the United States is $65,816.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Gourmet Account Manager is a professional who manages relationships with key clients in the food and beverage industry, particularly those dealing with high-end or specialty products. Their responsibilities include developing sales strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring customer satisfaction with gourmet products or services. They often work closely with chefs, restaurants, hotels, and specialty food retailers to promote and expand the company's premium offerings. Strong communication, sales, and product knowledge skills are essential in this role. Gourmet Account Managers help drive business growth by maintaining and expanding long-term partnerships with clients.

What are the main challenges gourmet account managers face when managing high-end culinary client accounts?

Gourmet Account Managers often encounter challenges such as meeting the high expectations of discerning clients, staying updated with culinary trends, and coordinating with chefs, suppliers, and event teams to deliver exceptional service. Balancing multiple accounts while ensuring personalized attention and seamless communication can be demanding, especially during peak seasons. Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, adaptability, and a deep understanding of gourmet products and services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gourmet account manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Gourmet Account Manager, you need strong sales acumen, deep knowledge of gourmet food products, and experience in account management, often backed by a relevant degree or industry experience. Familiarity with CRM software, sales tracking tools, and inventory management systems is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and attention to detail help build lasting client relationships and identify new business opportunities. These skills and qualities are crucial for driving revenue growth, maintaining client satisfaction, and ensuring the success of premium food brands in a competitive market.

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Foodservice Territory Manager

Miami, FL • On-site

Gourmet Foods International
Food Services and Drinking Places • 1 - 5K employees
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$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Gourmet Foods International rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Overview
Gourmet Foods International is seeking a passionate, self-motivated individual who excels in a dynamic, culinary-focused sales environment. As a Food Service Territory Manager, you'll oversee all sales activities in your assigned territory, focusing on specialty and artisan foods. This role is ideal for someone who loves culinary innovation, has strong relationship-building skills, and wants to grow their career and income through performance-based incentives.
You'll manage current accounts while continuously seeking out new business opportunities. From product demos and trade shows to tasting events and customer visits, no two days are the same, and you get to be the expert voice that connects chefs, cheesemonger, and foodservice professionals with the best specialty products on the market.
Bonus, Incentives & Company-Provided Resources
  • Commission: Eligible for monthly, quarterly, and annual bonuses and other sales incentives if applicable
  • Above-average salary
  • Company-provided laptop
  • Company cell phone reimbursement

What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include:
  • Present, and sell local, artisanal, specialty food items to Cheesemonger, culinarians, and chefs. Invite clients to company events, communicate the latest technologies & online ordering platforms, and win company promotions in the form of monetary payouts and trips to culinary/artisan producer destinations around the globe.
  • Cultivate relationships with artisan manufacturers in hopes of bringing exciting, new specialty items to GFI to offer to our customer base.
  • Manage inherited customers and prospect new customers.
  • Be your own boss, managing your daily schedule and seeing as many customers and new prospects as possible to generate and grow sales.
  • Reap the benefits of sales growth through increased sales commissions.
  • Identify and resolve client concerns.
  • Participate in marketing events such as cheese seminars, pastry classes, trade shows, and tasting/pairing events.
  • Participate in specialty food product tastings to determine what items we will stock to offer our customers.
  • Conduct outside sales activities by regularly visiting customers to build lasting relationships and understand their needs.
  • Schedule and manage customer visits to present product demonstrations discuss solutions, and close sales in a personalized setting.

Other stuff we like:
  • A strong relationship-builder with excellent communication skills and a passion for artisan and specialty foods.
  • 2-5 years of experience in the foodservice industry.
  • Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage a fast-paced, independent schedule.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • A college degree is preferred but not required.

Things that are a plus:
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
  • Experience working withlarge, multi-location clientsor complex customer accounts.
  • Highlyorganizedwith advanced planning capabilities.
  • Ability toidentify emerging trendsin the foodservice industry.
  • Proficient inMicrosoft Exceland data-driven tools.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Willingness to work aflexible scheduleas needed.

What we think you'll love about Gourmet Foods International:
  • Flexibility- Build your own schedule to maximize territory impact.
  • Fast-paced and exciting environment.
  • Advancement Opportunities - including tuition reimbursement and professional development.
  • Team-Oriented Culture - Work with a group of passionate food lovers.
  • Product Innovation - Learn about the latest gourmet trends, technologies, and culinary offerings.

What else can we offer?
Gourmet Foods' Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, short-term, Long-Term Disability, and accident insurance. We also offer 401(k) with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, PAID Parental Leave, Professional Development Programs, opportunity to grow within the Company, Employee Discount, Referral Bonus.
GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process. Background checks can include, but are not limited to, previous employment, education, and criminal records.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gourmet Foods International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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