Catering Sales Manager

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, schools, healthcare facilities, community organizations, and local businesses.
• Possessors of new business through networking, cold calling, referrals, community involvement, and outside sales efforts.
• Manage catering inquiries from initial contact through event completion.
• Cook with restaurant management and operations teams to ensure flawless execution of all catering orders.
• Conduct site visits, client meetings, tastings, and presentations.
• Develop and maintain key accounts while expanding the customer base.
• Train and support restaurant teams on catering procedures and sales opportunities.
• Ensure exceptional customer service before, during, and after every event.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Travel regularly between assigned restaurant locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of catering, hospitality, restaurant, or event sales experience.
• Multi-unit restaurant experience preferred.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented while maintaining a focus on the big picture.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends for client events.