Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $58,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Management incentive
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
training programs
Dining Discounts
Job Description
Ruth's Chris Steak House, established in 1965, has set the gold standard for premier American steakhouse dining experiences. Known for its commitment to quality, exquisite cuisine, and exceptional service, Ruth's Chris has grown to become one of the leading names in the hospitality industry. This esteemed restaurant chain emphasizes empowering workplace culture, fostering growth opportunities for staff, and maintaining a passion for culinary excellence. Dedicated to creating memorable experiences for each guest, the company supports a nurturing environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally. Ruth's Chris offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting the well-being and career development... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality sector
- Proven experience in private dining or event sales
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Willingness to travel locally for business development
- Proficiency in using sales and booking software
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Customer service orientation
- Team player mentality
Job Qualifications
- Experience in restaurant or hospitality sales
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Ability to create and execute sales and marketing plans
- Knowledge of private dining and event sales processes
- Proficient in using reservation and booking software such as TripleSeat
- Ability to work collaboratively with restaurant management and kitchen teams
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and responding promptly to inbound sales leads
- Demonstrates excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
- Active networking skills and meeting planner association involvement
Job Duties
- Create quarterly sales and marketing plan and competitive analysis
- Fill the sales pipeline by utilizing prospecting tactics
- Present, negotiate, and successfully close private dining events
- Provide legendary service to develop guest rapport and book repeat guests throughout the year
- Remain fully engaged through internal maximization of table touching, networking in bar/lounge, greeting guests, and interacting with regulars and dining room VIPs
- Maintain active memberships with meeting planner associations and attend networking events to increase private dining and catering awareness
- Actively pursue preferred caterer status at local venues
- Understand and utilize booking software TripleSeat to track all incoming leads and events
- Respond to guest inquiries promptly, obtain all relevant information from the guest to send appropriate menu pricing information and secure business
- Generate a Banquet Event Order, contracting the event specifications and follow-up with the host to secure an executed/signed contract and deposit
- Communicate all event details to the local management team, ensuring 100% clarity of details and expectations, validating information and menu, and answering questions
- Develop and execute local events/wine dinners as needed driving additional sales
- Keep record of guest contact information, interactions and transactions in our reservation system
- Maximize private dining revenue center profitability through responsible sales techniques and utilization of approved menus with adherence to established program SOP
- Periodically prepares and reports results, status of accounts, and leads to leadership
- Additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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