Traveling Trainer & Cake Decorator

Job PurposeProvide technical expertise within bakery including baking and cake decorating training, as well as marketing, merchandising, and sales strategies to support assigned customer accounts.Essential FunctionsProvide training to in-store bakery associates on cake decorating and baking techniques and procedures for various products including frozen batters and mixes, icings, and thaw & sell products; carefully follow recipes and training procedures based on customer guidelinesPrepare customer-specific procedure sheetsHelp develop and implement marketing and sales strategies for company product portfolioHelp sales group inform customers of new types, specifications, and end uses of productsHelp develop and present new ideas and programs to assigned customer accountsAssist sales group with customer presentationsAssist sales group with product launchesProvide technical assistance to sales group with sales presentations and provide follow-up once the customer producesPartner with internal stakeholders to ensure best-in-class service and tools are provided to customersAssist in reporting/handling product complaintsAccurately convey information to colleagues and management in a timely manner including, but not limited to, account changes, product changes, white space opportunities, and competitor informationComply with all food and safety requirements, training guidelines, policies, and procedures set forth by the company and customerPerform other job-related duties as assignedQualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)High school diploma or equivalent3-5 years of cake decorating and baking experience; grocery store bakery experience preferredStrong verbal/written communication and presentation skillsStrong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)Ability to take and submit photos in various formatsAbility to work in a bakery environment (kitchen) and operate baking and decorating equipment and other machineryAbility to work all shifts required by the customer (1st, 2nd, or 3rd)Self-starter with superior organization, time management, and multi-tasking skillsHighly motivated and goal oriented with the ability to adapt in an ever-changing environment

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

PI6003e9c848bc-36310-34754180