Catering Manager

So Hospitality Group•St. Louis, MO

25d•Onsite

About The Position

So Hospitality Group is seeking a driven and dynamic Catering Manager to lead and grow catering sales across three unique hospitality brands: Drunken Fish (3 sushi restaurants), Kimchi Guys (2 fast casual restaurants), and 612 North Event Space. This is a high-energy, client-facing role that blends sales expertise, event coordination, and operational know-how to deliver exceptional catering experiences — from intimate semi-private sushi dining to large-scale corporate and offsite events. The ideal candidate brings a winning attitude, outgoing personality, and a genuine passion for hospitality. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment and love building relationships that drive results, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in catering, banquet, and event management required
Management experience strongly preferred
2-5 years of sales experience with a proven track record of hitting or exceeding targets
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills — a natural people person
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple brands
Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving ability
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
Willingness to travel locally as needed for client visits and event deliveries

Responsibilities

Actively solicit new clients for offsite and onsite catering across all three brands
Develop and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and community partners
Follow up on all sales quotes in a timely and professional manner
Return emails and phone calls promptly to ensure exceptional client communication
Travel as needed to prospect, present proposals, and close catering contracts
Coordinate and oversee all event logistics for 612 North, Drunken Fish, and Kimchi Guys catering orders
Deliver catering orders as needed and ensure seamless execution at each event
Manage all aspects of outdoor events — from permit applications and ordering to staffing and execution
Work alongside multiple managers across brands while maintaining strong organizational standards
Ensure all client and event data is accurately entered and maintained in the company database
Collaborate with the Marketing Team to enhance brand presence and manage online advertising profiles
Support and contribute to social media efforts for all three brands
Coordinate marketing for special events across Drunken Fish, Kimchi Guys, and 612 North
Schedule and manage staff for all marketing activations including wedding shows, trade shows, and charity events
Coordinate with the Administrative Assistant to log staff hours for events, track sales trends, and maintain accurate records