Catering Sales Manager

The Proud Bird•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for driving catering and event sales by developing relationships with clients, planning and coordinating events, and ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can meet and exceed sales targets while providing top-tier customer service.

Requirements

3+ years in Catering Sales/Event Sales required.
Must have experience at a similar size property and with a similar sales volume.
High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Advanced knowledge of venue features, benefits, and competing venues within the market.
Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.
Written communication skills to be concise, well organized, complete, and clear.
Experience in catering management software, such as Delphi, Tripleseat, Caterease or similar.
Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.
Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.
Positive attitude, ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and have fun in the workplace.
Strong background in hospitality and event planning.
Must possess strong PC skills with a working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Office, Outlook, and CRM platforms.

Responsibilities

Maintain or exceed budgeted booking goals and revenue in all special event areas.
Sell to a variety of market segments.
Thrive in high-volume, high-pace sales office.
Consistently book repeat business by having a track record of long-term client relationships.
Actively participate in industry related organizations
Utilize a variety of sales techniques including strong closing skills and negotiation skills.
Conduct site inspections and client presentations.
Participate in trade shows and sales blitzes.
Actively participate in community/civic activities to maintain awareness within community and to create booking opportunities.
Employ excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups, menus, and functions for groups.
Work closely with banquet department on operations and event execution.
Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
Provide complete and detailed banquet event orders to set the operations team up for success.

Benefits

Industry-leading compensation package
Comprehensive Health Plans that include, a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HAS for yourself and dependents.
NEW Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, student loans & more!
Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
401k with annual employer match after 12 months (ER match 25% of the first 5% contribution)
Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
Monthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.
Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions