Catering and Sales Manager
Thompson Hospitality · Reston, VA · 1 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
Responsibilities
- Support and manage the sales process for group dining, private events, and catering through prompt response, accurate data collection, and professional communication.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for private dining and catering clients from inquiry through post-event follow-up.
- Proactively pursue new catering and private events business through outreach, networking, and relationship-building.
- Develop and maintain relationships with corporate, social, and community clients to generate repeat and referral business.
- Identify new market opportunities, accounts, and partnerships to expand the events pipeline.
- Communicate opportunities, priorities, and needs to the Director in a timely manner.
Qualifications
- 2+ years’ experience in hospitality, restaurants, catering, or hotels.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Strong customer service, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to communicate clearly and prioritize under pressure.
- Experience with Toast, OpenTable, and TripleSeat a plus.
- ServSafe and/or alcohol service certification preferred.