Senior Catering Sales Manager | Full-Time | Iowa Events Center
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Oak View Group is a global leader specializing in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services tailored for the live event industry. Renowned for its comprehensive 360-degree solutions, Oak View Group operates a prestigious portfolio of world-class venues, including some of the most influential arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions worldwide. The company prides itself on delivering extraordinary experiences, driven by innovation and a deep commitment to excellence in every aspect of its operations. Oak View Group's reputation is built on a foundation of strategic partnerships, elite service standards, and a diverse team dedicated to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 4-6 years catering sales experience combined with food and beverage experience
- proficiency with Microsoft Suite
- ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and long shifts
- excellent communication skills
- ability to lead and develop a team
- experience with event management software preferred
- ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently under pressure
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- associate of arts/sciences degree or bachelor's with hospitality or culinary concentration, or a degree in a similar field from an accredited college preferred
- 4-6 years' catering sales experience combined with food and beverage experience
- a proven track record of experience providing clear direction, demonstrating leadership and evaluating performance in order to make recommendations for improvement
- proficiency of computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite in a Windows format
- ability to be available by company provided cell phone
- experience with Momentus or similar event management software preferred
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- a professional appearance
- ability to represent the company with employees, client representatives and guests
- ability to be self-directed while working in a team oriented environment
- experience with high attention to detail and effective prioritization in a continuously changing environment
- ability to work well under pressure and time constraints with minimal supervision
- ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends and long hours
Job Duties
- Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for events
- meet with staff to identify and resolve problems
- assign work activities, projects and programs
- monitor work flow
- review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures
- Oversee daily activities and development of Catering Sales Managers and Catering Coordinator(s) including BEO review and assisting in their events
- Lead/participate in weekly Catering Sales Department meeting
- Direct and provide feedback to management team during events in the absence of the AGM
- Interview, select, train, motivate and evaluate direct reports
- provide or coordinate staff training
- work with employees to correct deficiencies
- implement discipline and termination procedures as required
- Oversee planning, directing and managing the day-to-day functions of the Catering Sales Department with input from the Assistant General Manager/Director of Catering
- Responsible for negotiating and submitting finalized BEOs to Assistant General Manager and Executive Chef
- Oversee event coordination
- Responsible for ensuring that contract signatures and cut off dates, deposits are accurate and that all contracts are processed in accordance with company policies
- Ensure that the group folders are in order and all master contracts are signed completely
- responsible for independently resolving and approving any revisions while ensuring that price quotes are aligned with budgeted target product cost
- Responsible for authorizing and communicating any BEO revisions to appropriate departments
- Promptly respond to all customer needs and inquiries in an efficient and expedient manner
- Develop event concepts from client's visions and ideas
- Develop strong customer relations through frequent communication and the use of professional, courteous and ethical interpersonal interaction
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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