Junior Account Executive

Compass Group • Washington, DC

3d

About The Position

Working as the Jr. Account Executive, you will effectively coordinate and oversee external catering events. You are directly responsible for menu development as well as costing as they relate to the event. You are responsible for Event Coordination and Sales Financials.

Requirements

• Proven track record for meeting sales goals
• Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
• A minimum of five to eight years of experience in hospitality industry including three years’ experience in catering sales
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
• Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
• Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
• Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains and develops event managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
• Catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
• Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
• Prepares and monitors their individual budgets; financial targets and forecasts

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

What This Job Offers

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