Catering Sales Manager

KOLTER HOSPITALITY GROUP•Sarasota, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for generating catering revenue through the successful sale and execution of social events, corporate functions, and group meetings. This role manages client relationships from initial inquiry through event completion, ensuring exceptional service, seamless coordination, and achievement of revenue goals.

Requirements

Ability to operate a computer, phone and other office equipment.
Ability to travel
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Ability to provide friendly guest service with a smile.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with hospitality industry practices.

Responsibilities

Solicit new catering business through prospecting, networking, and responding to inquiries (CVENT, direct leads, referrals, prospecting, etc.)
Negotiates and finalizes contract and banquet event orders by meeting with clients.
Research competing hotels, prospect and network to surface business
Develop effective sales strategies to counter the competition.
Develop business relationships which could result in additional sales and new clients.
Stay abreast of local events.
Serve as the primary point of contact from inquiry through event execution
Conduct site visits.
Conduct site tours and present event spaces in a compelling and professional manner
Prepare proposals tailored to address and impress the client.
Develop customized proposals and event packages aligned with client needs and budget
Sell to fill need dates.
Identify and secure business to fit the yield strategy.
Attain/exceed sales goals and profitability.
Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual catering revenue goals
Deliver a high level of guest service with key decision makers, solve guest problems, meet commitments and anticipate guest needs.
Take initiative to solve problems by liaison with other hotel managers.
Maintain timely and professional communication with clients and follow up with clients after each function to ensure satisfaction.
Adhere to hotel grooming standards.
Perform any additional tasks requested by management.