Catering Sales Manager - Maternity Cover

Booker; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food wholesaler in Sidcup is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to enhance sales and customer relationships. The role is full-time with flexible working options, and offers a performance bonus and various employee benefits. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience in the food or catering sector and strong communication skills. Join a team committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

10% off all purchases

Access to Tesco Colleague Clubcard

Health and Wellbeing support

Performance bonus up to 6%

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven sales, account management, or business development experience.
• Understanding of the catering/food service market.
• Ability to adapt style to customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new and existing business opportunities.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs.

Skills

Sales experience in food/catering sector

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Job description

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Catering Sales Manager - Maternity Cover, Sidcup

Client: Booker

Location: Sidcup, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 43d77e301b47

Job Views: 19

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Booker • Edgington Way, Sidcup • Apply by 12-May-2025

About the role

Job Type: Full time, part time and flexible working considered. We offer flexible hours to promote work/life balance.

At Booker, we pride ourselves on delivering a diverse range of high-quality food and drink products. We believe a diverse and inclusive environment fosters belonging, making employees feel welcome, connected, and productive. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction sets us apart.

We are seeking a talented Catering Sales Manager to support our growth in catering sales, elevate our sales, and foster customer relationships. We offer potential earnings through fixed payments for achieving growth targets.

Key features and benefits:

• UK’s Largest Food and Drink Wholesaler
• Leading Catering Butcher with expert advice
• Award-Winning Own Label Brands
• Experienced Team of over 100 Catering Sales Managers
• Opportunities for career development and upskilling
• Inclusive culture where everyone's voice matters

What’s in it for you:

• 10% off all Booker purchases, with additional discounts during double discount events
• Access to Tesco Colleague Clubcard after three months
• Up to 30% off insurance products
• Save As You Earn Scheme
• Health and Wellbeing support via Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Program
• Performance bonus scheme up to 6%
• Car allowance where applicable
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Catering sales incentive scheme

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new and existing business opportunities
• Build and maintain customer relationships
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs and drive profits
• Stay updated on market trends and share insights
• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows

Requirements:

• Proven sales, account management, or business development experience, preferably in food/catering sector
• Understanding of the catering/food service market or willingness to learn
• Excellent communication skills and active listening
• Ability to build rapport and adapt style to customer needs
• Willingness to learn about products, club cards, and rewards
• Ability to handle objections positively
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, able to work independently and in teams
• Good commercial awareness

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses nationwide. We operate over 190 branches and support centers across the UK.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and support flexible working arrangements. We welcome conversations about how we can support your needs.