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Joseph Kligman

Chapin,SC

Summary

Dynamic Sales Associate at FRS, Innovated Foodservice Group, specializing in commercial kitchen equipment and project management. Proven expertise in layout design and vendor coordination, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at cost analysis and fostering client relationships, ensuring successful project execution and client satisfaction in diverse foodservice environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

FRS, Innovated Foodservice Group
09.2005 - Current
  • Experienced Outside Commercial Kitchen Consultant and Project Manager with expertise in equipment sales selection, layout design, project coordination, and full-service support for restaurants, architects, contractors, property managers, hospitals, and educational institutions.


• Advise clients—restaurants, architects, general contractors, property managers, hospitals, schools, and colleges—on selecting the most suitable commercial kitchen equipment for their operational needs.
• Educate customers on equipment differences, performance, compliance considerations, and long-term value.
• Draft detailed equipment layouts and utility requirement drawings for renovations and new construction projects.
• Coordinate replacement of equipment and smallwares for existing facilities, ensuring seamless upgrades and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturers to obtain pricing, shop drawings, specifications, samples, and product training.
• Manage projects from concept through completion while driving company profits as a 100% commission-based consultant.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hotel, Restaurant, And Hospitality Management

University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina, SC
01-1991

High School Diploma -

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Columbia, SC
01-1987

Skills

    TECHNICAL / INDUSTRY SKILLS
    Commercial kitchen equipment expertise
    Equipment specification & selection
    Drafting & equipment layout design
    Utility requirement planning (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
    Project management
    Vendor & manufacturer coordination
    Construction document review
    Foodservice operations knowledge
    Smallwares procurement
    Cost analysis & budget planning

Timeline

Sales Associate

FRS, Innovated Foodservice Group
09.2005 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Hotel, Restaurant, And Hospitality Management

University of South Carolina

High School Diploma -

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School