At a Glance
- Tasks: Create new business opportunities and connect with restaurants using Toast's digital platform.
- Company: Join a dynamic tech company revolutionising the restaurant industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with a focus on collaboration and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the restaurant world while developing your sales skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for sales are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Toast creates technology to help restaurants and local businesses succeed in a digital world, helping business owners operate, increase sales, engage customers, and keep employees happy. A Business Development Representative (BDR) will be responsible for creating new business sales opportunities for Toast. BDRs will research restaurants in their assigned territory, create an outreach plan and determine how restaurants can benefit from leveraging Toast’s all-in-one digital platform. Daily outreach consists primarily of cold calls but also includes emails and social media touch points. After the consistently high performance in the role, BDRs have the opportunity to pursue more advanced sales roles at Toast. This is a Hybrid role with days in our central London office.
A day in the life (Responsibilities)
- Cold, outbound prospecting leads to set up product demonstrations for Field Account Executives.
- Collaborate with Field Account Executive Teams as well as the marketing team to develop creative outreach strategies.
- Leverage prospecting skills and relationships to build partnerships with restaurants.
- Be the voice of the customer and share valuable feedback cross-functionally.
- Understand the competitive landscape and determine how to best position Toast in the market.
What you'll need to thrive (Requirements)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Passion for sales and a desire to work in a results-driven environment.
- High customer empathy and ability to handle objections.
- Experience in an outbound prospecting role is a must.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to be able to keep track of many opportunities at one time.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Previous phone experience.
- Self-motivated, creative, and flexible with the ability to perform well under pressure.
- Experience canvassing and cold-calling into various types of local businesses, with evidence of success preferred.
What will help you stand out (Nonessential Skills/Nice to Haves)
- Collegiate Sales Competitors wanted!
- Restaurant Experience a plus.
- Experience working in a start-up environment.
- Up to date on the latest restaurant industry trends; knowledge of restaurant operations is a plus.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success
At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences.
Business Development Representative - International (UKI) in London employer: Toast
Toast is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, particularly for the Territory Account Executive role in Birmingham. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, competitive compensation, and a hybrid working model, Toast empowers its team members to thrive while supporting the restaurant community. The company's commitment to diversity and innovation ensures that employees are not only valued but also equipped with the tools they need to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
