Catering Sales Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $55,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
performance bonuses

Job Description

The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach is a prestigious private club renowned for its exceptional hospitality, diverse amenities, and commitment to providing an unparalleled member experience. As a well-established institution in the luxury hospitality industry, the Club boasts a vibrant community atmosphere complemented by stunning event spaces and top-tier catering services. The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach prides itself on fostering a member-focused environment that embraces excellence, professionalism, and personalized service. The Club is dedicated to maintaining its esteemed reputation by offering unique social, business, and family experiences through a variety of club-sponsored events and private functions.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • minimum 4-6 years of experience in catering sales, event management, hospitality, or related field
  • experience in private clubs, hotels, resorts, or upscale event venues preferred
  • strong sales, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
  • high attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills
  • member-focused mindset with polished professionalism and discretion
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management systems
  • ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • moderate physical activity including standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
  • evening, weekend, and holiday availability based on event schedules
  • work performed in banquet rooms, offices, kitchens, and outdoor event spaces

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Communications, or related field preferred
  • minimum 4-6 years of experience in catering sales, event management, hospitality, or related field
  • experience in private clubs, hotels, resorts, or upscale event venues preferred
  • strong sales, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
  • high attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-through skills
  • member-focused mindset with polished professionalism and discretion
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management systems (Jonas preferred)
  • ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Actively promote the Club’s private event spaces and catering services to members and approved prospective clients, respond in due time to inquiries, conduct site tours, and present customized event proposals, meet expected Catering Sales Targets, develop and maintain an ongoing internal marketing strategy to drive awareness and participation in catered events, identify and cultivate new event opportunities and member referrals, partner with members and clients to plan various events including weddings, social events, business meetings, coordinate all event details including menus, room setups, décor, entertainment, audio/visual needs, parking, timelines, and staffing, prepare detailed event contracts and banquet event orders, personally oversee events as needed to ensure execution aligns with contracted details and service expectations, work closely with culinary and F&B leadership to establish pricing for catered events, ensure accurate billing and timely submission of paperwork, maintain detailed records of clients within the event management system, reserve space and coordinate logistics for internal Club programs, provide direction and support to event-related staff, uphold professional appearance and service culture, serve as a visible ambassador of the Club during events

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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