Executive Catering Sales and Events Manager

LIFECARE ALLIANCE • Columbus, OH

133d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Executive Catering and Events Manager at LIFECARE ALLIANCE, you'll be at the heart of our sales and marketing efforts, driving business development and ensuring our events are top-notch. You'll be the go-to person for client management, event coordination, and on-site support, all while engaging with the community and managing administrative duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering, food service sales, event planning, or related customer service roles.
• Ability to perform manual tasks, including event setup, tear down, and lifting.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with comfort speaking to groups.
• Strong relationship-building skills with customers, vendors, staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Business, Hospitality, Food Service, or a related field strongly preferred; long-term sales experience in a related field will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Sales & Business Development: Lead the charge in identifying new business opportunities and nurturing existing relationships to grow our catering and events services.
• Client Management & Contracting: Handle contracts and ensuring clients' needs are met.
• Event Coordination & On-site Support: Manage event setup and tear down, ensuring every event runs smoothly and exceeds expectations.
• Administrative & Report Duties: Keep things organized and on track with stellar administrative skills, ensuring all reports are accurate and timely.
• Agency & Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with community partners, vendors, staff, and volunteers, making sure LIFECARE ALLIANCE is a key player in the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree