Catering Sales Manager

PopUp Bagels is an innovative and rapidly growing food and beverage company based in South Florida, known for redefining the classic bagel experience through exceptional quality, dynamic culture, and a passion for hospitality excellence. What started as a small backyard pickup window has evolved into an award-winning brand with multiple pop-ups and permanent locations across the South Florida region, including vibrant markets from West Palm Beach to Miami. The company prides itself on fostering a passionate and enthusiastic work environment where employees are encouraged to grow their skills, develop leadership capabilities, and contribute to a forward-thinking organizational culture. PopUp Bagels values creativity, community, and a commitment to delivering unparalleled guest experiences that go beyond the ordinary. This environment is perfect for individuals who are motivated by learning, personal growth, and working collaboratively within a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what a great bagel brand can achieve.

The Catering Sales Manager role at PopUp Bagels is a key position within the company’s retail operations, reporting directly to the VP of Retail Operations. This exempt, hybrid role requires an energetic and results-driven professional who is comfortable traveling throughout South Florida—specifically between areas such as West Palm Beach, Miami, and Brickell—to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships. The role demands up to 60% travel time for client meetings, catering events, tastings, and internal collaboration. Living within South Florida is a must to ensure proximity and responsiveness to the local market. The Catering Sales Manager holds full responsibility for the catering sales funnel, encompassing lead generation, client acquisition, order management, event execution, and follow-up aimed at fostering repeat business and operational excellence.

In this role, the successful candidate will strategically grow catering revenue by identifying new market opportunities and nurturing existing client relationships to ensure continuous business expansion. They will engage in proactive client outreach including cold calling and personalized follow-ups, maintain detailed client lists and interaction histories, and deliver onsite tastings and presentations tailored to each client’s unique needs. This role also oversees quality control for delivery services, ensuring the PopUp Bagels brand experience is consistently top-notch. Financial responsibilities include accurate sales tracking, budget management, invoicing, and reporting.

This position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 per year, complemented by a commission-based bonus structure and incentives tied to revenue targets. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and employee discounts. The Catering Sales Manager role is ripe with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on a culture-driven brand that is shaping the future of the bagel and catering market in South Florida.