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Local Catering Sales Manager (Chicagoland)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

CRISP & GREEN is a dynamic and rapidly growing company in the foodservice industry, specializing in providing fresh and healthy catering solutions. As a prominent player in the catering and hospitality sector, CRISP & GREEN is dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The company operates across various regions nationwide, focusing on innovative menu selections and impeccable service that meet the diverse needs of their clientele. With a strong commitment to excellence, CRISP & GREEN fosters an environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and continuous professional growth for all employees.

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Job Requirements

  • Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university preferred
  • At least 2 years catering sales experience
  • Professional demeanor and positive attitude
  • Knowledge of market trends and competition
  • Experience in fine dining or catering services
  • Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Previous experience in business-to-business and business-to-customer restaurant off-premise sales or hospitality industries
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety regulations
  • Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university preferred
  • Major in sales, marketing, business, and/or communications preferred but not required
  • At least 2 years catering sales experience
  • Previous experience in business-to-business and business-to-customer restaurant off-premise sales or hospitality industries
  • Experience in fine dining or catering services
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety regulations
  • Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
  • A professional demeanor and positive attitude
  • Knowledge of market trends and competition
  • Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit

Job Duties

  • Design and spearhead outbound sales strategies to achieve growth targets in specific regions across the country where CRISP & GREEN is located
  • Solicit new catering customers through traditional and non-traditional sales techniques
  • Generate revenue by establishing new accounts and booking repeat business while keeping quality consistently high
  • Perform all phases of sales activities for the service area, including cold calls, follow-up calls, analysis of client needs, presentations of services, service existing customer accounts, and follow-up, as necessary
  • Provide regular updates and reports on sales metrics, strategies, and forecasts
  • Manage business relationships to drive strategic growth objectives
  • Develop relationships with General Managers to help execute Catering orders in-store
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients to ensure their needs are met and exceeded
  • Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and special requests professionally and promptly
  • Report to and work closely with Catering Director to understand KPIs and create short and long term strategic plans to hit expectations
  • Be willing to step in to perform all duties required to produce a successful catering order execution, which may include setup, delivery, outreach, and training of restaurant teams

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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