Catering & Events Coordinator

Hogsalt Headquarters•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Hogsalt is looking for a full time Catering & Events Coordinator to join our team! As the Catering & Events Coordinator, you will manage all incoming catering and event inquiries, overseeing each order from initial contact through completion. You will work closely with store leaders to execute orders accurately, on time, and in line with established sales plans and operational standards. We offer a full suite of benefits, including partially subsidized medical , dental , vision , life insurance , a 401(k) program , commuter benefits , dining discounts and rewards , and vested paid time off ! Hogsalt is not your typical restaurant group. Guests know us for transportive spaces and sumptuous fare, but what we are most proud of is the generosity we extend to our teams. Our service team reimagines hospitality with energy and a sense of fun. Our culinary team makes classic dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics. No matter which of our 20+ restaurants you visit, you'll see we're an organization that makes people - our guests and ourselves - happy. READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? Your time is valuable! Apply directly to this ad! We look forward to meeting you!

Requirements

2+ years experience in hospitality events and catering, specifically with a heavy focus on catering (B2B sales experience is a major plus).
You have a "hunter" mentality and unparalleled attention to detail.
Exceptional written and verbal skills—you can deliver a professional experience to guests but also handle the fast-paced operations of a restaurant.
Proficiency with catering software (e.g., Tripleseat) and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

Manage all incoming leads and turn them into definite pieces of business.
Work with the Sales Director to grow business through partnerships, prospecting and networking.
All leads to be answered within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Execute sales plan directed; specifically targeting corporate and social "drop-off" catering and large-scale "pick-up" orders.
Maintain a growing robust database of corporate partners, office managers, and event planners to ensure we are their first call.
Foster existing client relationships.
Oversee the full lifecycle of all event and catering inquiries, from initial contact to post-event follow-up.
Be present in weekly sales meetings to review pipelines, troubleshoot logistical hurdles, and strategize on hitting monthly revenue targets.
Work alongside store GMs and kitchen leaders to ensure every order meets our gold standard, even when transported miles away.
Oversee the success of our third-party delivery partners and internal systems to ensure 100% accuracy and on-time delivery.
Execute all event contracts, deposits, and final payments with meticulous attention to detail.