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A fantastic Sales Manager job in Leeds, paying a salary of £40,000 plus KPI bonuses, has become available at Banksia Bar & Restaurant, Hotel Indigo Leeds which opened this year.

Although within the same building at Hotel Indigo, Banksia Bar & Restaurant is designed to operate as a self‑sufficient high‑street restaurant & bar which doesn't exclusively rely on the custom of the Hotel guests. As Sales Manager, you will ignite the passion and share the atmosphere of our brand, generating drinkers and diners from early‑morning coffees and light bites to late‑night cocktails. Representing Banksia across Leeds' business and social landscape, building strong, meaningful relationships, uncovering new revenue opportunities, and elevating Banksia's presence as one of the city's must‑visit destinations.

• Salary of £40,000 – with KPI bonuses on top.
• Full‑time, permanent position.
• 45 hours per week.
• Enhanced holiday allowance – 33 days.
• Free staff meals on duty.
• Free use of the Hotel gym off duty.
• Global Hotel and Restaurant discounts across the IHG Resorts portfolio.
• Genuine opportunities for growth and career progression.

Relationship Building & Business Development
Build and nurture partnerships with local businesses, agencies, event planners, and key community stakeholders. Represent Banksia and Hotel Indigo Leeds at networking events, business groups, launches, and trade shows. Proactively seek new business opportunities in corporate, leisure, and private events.

Sales Strategy & Revenue Growth
Drive revenue across food, beverage, private dining, and event sales. Achieve total sales targets and growth objectives set by the business. Create bespoke packages, experiences, and promotions that elevate guest engagement. Work closely with marketing to design and execute impactful campaigns that drive traffic and sales.

Customer Experience & Event Coordination
Support private dining and event operations on site when required. Maintain strong relationship pipelines and deliver an outstanding first impression for every guest.

Performance Analysis & KPIs
Monitor daily sales performance and identify trends to inform proactive actions. Analyse and drive:

• Spend per head.
• Table turnover rate.
• Total revenue and revenue growth against budget.
• Guest traffic and volume trends.
• Customer loyalty retention.
• Tripadvisor and Google review performance and growth.
• Lead conversion rates.
• Event revenue conversion.
• Campaign ROI, presenting insights for future activity.

• A proactive, confident sales professional with restaurant sales experience.
• Someone passionate about Leeds who is well networked within the area, with a corporate contact base.
• Able and willing to work flexibly (on occasions you will host private dining events etc).
• Other leadership and capability attributes you would associate with any successful sales professional.

If you are interested in this Restaurant Sales Manager job in Leeds, then please apply now.