Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a distinguished venue specializing in catering and event services, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional experiences through outstanding customer service and professional event management. This venue operates within the hospitality industry, providing tailored catering solutions for a diverse range of events including corporate meetings, weddings, social gatherings, and large conventions. The company prides itself on cultivating strong relationships with clients and vendors to ensure every event runs smoothly and meets the highest standards of quality and satisfaction. With a focus on innovation and customer-centric service, the venue employs a team of skilled professionals dedicated to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months related hospitality industry experience and/or training
- 3-5 plus years in sales role with verifiable sales success
- Proficiency in catering sales generation and contract negotiation
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems
- Strong professional communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work varied schedules including weekends and evenings
- Willingness to travel for sales calls and events
- Proven decision-making skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- Minimum 6 months related hospitality industry experience and/or training
- 3-5+ years in a sales role with verifiable sales success
- Proficiency and successful experience in catering sales generation, contract negotiation and pricing, event scheduling, training, catering, banquets, and menu development
- Ability to work independently on and off venue property with little supervision
- Proficiency in computer applications (Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, email)
- Working knowledge of POS systems
- Ability to adhere to high standards of business etiquette and professional communication
- Ability to consistently represent the company in a professional, positive, and knowledgeable manner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Demonstrated ability to produce detail-oriented, accurate work
- Ability to work varied schedules, including weekends and evenings
- Ability to travel for outside sales calls and events
- Proven ability to make solid, appropriate, and independent decisions
Job Duties
- Build relationships by networking and prospecting with key decision makers
- Coordinate and deliver effective sales presentations
- Independently source, identify, and pursue outside networking opportunities through professional industry resources and community events
- Negotiate, author, and submit finalized contracts and banquet event orders (BEOs) to clients and internal staff
- Address or coordinate all catering requirements and requests in a timely and helpful manner
- Maintain accurate records for all catering sales activities
- Communicate daily with food and beverage manager, culinary staff, catering staff, and operations staff about guests' needs and expectations
- Maintain an extensive client database for follow-up sales calls and contact
- Assist with follow-up of guests' experience at the venue, ensuring all issues have been addressed
- Assist in the planning and coordination of catered events as directed
- Serve as primary group and convention contact once contracts are signed
- Approve any inventory or other changes
- Respond to questions or concerns promptly
- Assist with oversight of accounts receivable in conjunction with assigned events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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