Territory Account Manager - Restaurants and Kitchens

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
Are you looking for an opportunity where you can help build something from the ground up—and grow your career right along with it? The SEALS of Chicago - Metro is seeking a driven, hands-on Territory Account Manager to develop customer relationships, grow a profitable Chicago territory, and deliver exceptional service to commercial customers. This unique role combines business development and account management with hands-on field work, giving you the opportunity to truly own your territory and see the direct impact of your efforts. As the business grows, you’ll have the opportunity to transition from doing the work yourself to training team members, overseeing service quality, and taking on greater leadership responsibility. If you’re entrepreneurial, relationship-focused, mechanically inclined, and excited by the idea of being a key part of a growing business, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities 

• Prospect and qualify potential clients within the assigned territory
• Drive lead generation through cold calls, email outreach, networking events, and referrals
• Develop and manage a pipeline of new business opportunities
• The installation of refrigeration gaskets and other products in commercial kitchens, mostly restaurants.
• Collaborate with the franchise owner and internal team to transition closed sales to operations
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity in CRM systems
• Achieve or exceed assigned sales targets and quotas
• Conduct sales presentations and build relationships with key decision-makers

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B sales, business development, or a similar role
• Previous Restaurant and/or Commercial Kitchen experience preferred
• Must be able to physically support accounts in the Chicagoland area
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Experience using CRM tools is preferred
• Knowledge of service-based industries is a plus
• Possess a mentorship mindset
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Clean driver's record
• Basic handyman skills

Competitive salary includes base annual pay of $55,000 - $65,000 DOE plus commission on sales.

Company Overview

The SEALS of Chicago – Metro is a locally owned commercial service business helping restaurants and other food-service operators maintain safe, efficient refrigeration equipment through high-quality replacement gaskets and related services. We are building a responsive, dependable operation that combines professional customer service, strong field execution, and long-term relationships with our customers.

The business is led by John Galentine, an experienced operations and business leader with more than 20 years of experience in manufacturing, commercial growth, product management, and organizational development. John is building a team where capable, motivated people can take ownership of their work, earn based on their contribution, develop new skills, and grow into larger responsibilities as the company expands.