Catering Sales Manager | Hawaii Convention Center

Legends Global is a leading global partner renowned for its expertise in managing some of the world’s most prestigious live events, venues, and brands. The company excels in delivering a comprehensive, fully integrated suite of premium services that elevate its partners' presence through a strategic white-label approach. With an extensive network encompassing 450 venues worldwide, Legends Global orchestrates over 20,000 events annually and entertains an astonishing 165 million guests. This expansive operation is driven by the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence across every facet of live events and venue management, including feasibility studies and consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking.

The corporate culture at Legends Global embodies respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action, fostering an inclusive environment where authenticity is valued, impact is tangible, and career growth is supported. Success at Legends Global is a collective achievement, underscoring the importance of teamwork in driving every victory. If you are passionate about making a meaningful contribution within an aligned and focused team environment, Legends Global offers a dynamic platform for professional growth and accomplishment.

The role of Catering Sales Manager at Legends Global is pivotal to the company’s continued growth and success within the events and venue industry. This position involves close collaboration with the sales team to promote the venues and launch targeted event-related promotional activities aimed at boosting revenue. The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for applying sales and marketing principles to effectively publicize facility offerings and manage client interactions through every step of the event booking process. This includes providing clients with pre-event information, managing follow-up communications, quoting rates, preparing contracts, and facilitating license agreements.

In addition to supporting the sales team’s goals, the Catering Sales Manager assists the Director of Sales in crafting comprehensive marketing strategies that include advertising initiatives and goal setting. There is an expectation for this role to engage proactively in implementing specific marketing plans, utilizing advertising support as necessary. The position also entails supervisory duties in accordance with company policies and laws, including the recruitment, training, and evaluation of employees, as well as problem resolution and performance management.

The ideal candidate brings at least two years of sales-related experience, preferably within the facility or events industry, alongside a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related discipline. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential, as are the abilities to prioritize multiple projects, supervise staff effectively, and maintain a professional presentation. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required to ensure efficient management of contracts, correspondence, and presentations.

Compensation for this role ranges from $80,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience, and includes a generous benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k plan. The position is onsite at the Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu, HI, and may require flexibility to work varied hours that include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Some travel may also be necessary. Legends Global is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.