Special Events Sales Mgr

Company Overview The Proud Bird, a historic and iconic restaurant with a strong tie to the local community, makes quite a statement as a unique, upscale food hall with interactive aviation exhibits and a renovated events center. The Proud Bird was named LA's Hottest Food Hall by Food Network. At The Proud Bird, we pride ourselves on creating incomparable memories by delivering an unforgettable dining experience with exceptional food, unmatched service and breathtaking views. Our mission at The Proud Bird is to always innovate and consistently deliver a 5-star experience for our employees, guests, and community. We look forward to adding our next valued team member! Competitive Benefits Industry-leading compensation packageComprehensive Health Plans that include, a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HAS for yourself and dependents.Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, student loans & more!Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns401k with annual employer match after 12 months employmentEmployer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employmentMonthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.Accrued Paid VacationPaid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidaysPaid Sick Time renewed yearlyEducation Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growthEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balanceManagement Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions Position Overview The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for driving catering and event sales by developing relationships with clients, planning and coordinating events, and ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can meet and exceed sales targets while providing top-tier customer service. Job Duties Maintain or exceed budgeted booking goals and revenue in all special event areas.Sell to a variety of market segments.Thrive in high-volume, high-pace sales office.Consistently book repeat business by having a track record of long-term client relationships.Actively participate in industry related organizationsUtilize a variety of sales techniques including strong closing skills and negotiation skills.Conduct site inspections and client presentations.Participate in trade shows and sales blitzes.Actively participate in community/civic activities to maintain awareness within community and to create booking opportunities.Employ excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups, menus, and functions for groups.Work closely with banquet department on operations and event execution. Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.Provide complete and detailed banquet event orders to set the operations team up for success. Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law. The Proud Bird maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.