Lead chef-facing activations including product demonstrations, tastings, masterclasses, and culinary events.
Act as a technical and culinary expert across the IRCA Group Gourmet portfolio.
Translate product features into practical, solution-driven applications for chefs and end users.
Build strong relationships with chefs, bakers, and culinary professionals.
Collaborate closely with Sales Managers to support priority opportunities and strategic projects.
Provide market feedback and qualitative insights to help guide portfolio focus and commercial strategy.
Coordinate and support the Promoter Program.
Support new product launches through pull initiatives and chef engagement.
Drive brand visibility and activation across priority markets including NYC, Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, and Toronto.
Travel approximately 50% nationally.

Requirements

7+ years of relevant experience in pastry, culinary, foodservice, or gourmet brands.
Pastry or culinary background strongly preferred; chef experience is a plus.
Strong technical credibility and the ability to engage chefs at a high level.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
A high-energy, hands-on professional with an educator mindset.
Ability to work independently in the field while remaining highly collaborative.
Comfortable in a non-commercial role, focused on demand creation and brand activation.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) matching
Paid Vacation
Holidays
Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

culinary expertiseproduct demonstrationstastingsmasterclasseschef engagementbrand activationdemand creationmarket feedbackportfolio focuscommercial strategy

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsrelationship-buildingcollaborationindependencehigh-energyeducator mindsettechnical credibility