Senior Catering Sales Manager - Porsche

Compass Group•Carson, CA

1d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Passion is Food!At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!Job SummaryThe Senior Catering Sales Manager leads a high volume catering operation generating $1.5M to $1.8M in annual revenue. This role drives proactive sales growth, manages client relationships, and oversees all internal and external catering events from concept through execution. Responsibilities include event production and design, menu development, financial performance, and operational oversight. The position ensures events are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest service standards while balancing creativity with financial accountability. Remote work flexibility is required, and the schedule includes nights and weekends based on event needs.

Requirements

Three to five years of hospitality experience, including at least two years of high volume event and catering sales experience
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
Experience working with vendors and leading event production and design
Strong understanding of P&L statements and financial reporting
Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills
Ability to assess client needs and deliver exceptional service
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and client service skills
High standards of integrity and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of A/V setup and breakdown
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Drive catering sales through prospecting, client development, and achievement of revenue goals with a proactive growth strategy, not an order taking approach
Develop proposals, contracts, banquet event orders, and manage rental agreements
Partner with culinary teams on menu design and pricing
Oversee preparation, transportation, setup, execution, and breakdown of events
Manage labor and food cost controls and maintain P&L accountability
Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, financial reports, and receivables
Hire, train, coach, and develop managers and team members
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors
Ensure compliance with HACCP, safety, and sanitation standards
Support marketing initiatives and special projects as assigned