Miguel Jaimes
About Miguel Jaimes
Miguel Jaimes serves as the District Sales Manager at US Foods in San Diego County, California, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in culinary arts and extensive experience in sales and management, he oversees a team of Territory Managers and focuses on revenue generation and customer relations.
Work at US Foods
Miguel Jaimes has held multiple positions at US Foods, demonstrating a progression in his career since joining the company. He currently serves as the District Sales Manager in San Diego County, California, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this position, he manages a district with over 300 customers and oversees a team of Territory Managers, focusing on revenue generation through customer knowledge and product application. Prior to this role, he worked as a Hispanic Specialist from 2012 to 2014 and as a Restaurants Operations Consultant from 2014 to 2017. He also served as a TM from 2019 to 2021, further solidifying his expertise in sales and operations within the food service industry.
Education and Expertise
Miguel Jaimes has a diverse educational background that supports his career in sales and culinary management. He studied Business Management and Hospitality at Riverside Community College. Additionally, he attended the Riverside County Culinary Academy, where he focused on Culinary Arts. In 2005, he briefly studied at The Culinary Institute of America. This combination of business and culinary education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in the food service industry.
Background in Culinary Arts
Before transitioning to sales and management roles, Miguel Jaimes gained significant experience in the culinary field. He worked at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa as Chef Tournant from 1997 to 1999 and later as Executive Sous Chef from 2001 to 2003. These positions allowed him to develop his culinary skills and understand the operational aspects of running a kitchen, which he later applied in his sales roles at US Foods.
Leadership and Management Skills
In his current role as District Sales Manager, Miguel Jaimes demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills. He provides coaching, mentoring, and training to Territory Managers to help them achieve profitable sales and case growth objectives. His ability to manage a large customer base and oversee a team reflects his commitment to effective leadership within the food service sector.