Catering & Events Sales Manager

Compass Group, North America; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Join Culinaire, a Compass Group USA partner in Detroit, as a Catering Sales Manager responsible for growing catering and event sales from inquiry through post-event follow-up. The role requires a highly organized, client-focused professional who coordinates with culinary and operations teams to ensure flawless event execution.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in catering or hospitality sales, proven full-cycle experience, and strong CRM/office skills to drive revenue and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in catering, hospitality, or event sales.
• Proven ability to manage full sales cycles from inquiry to event.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive catering and event sales through prospecting and referrals.
• Manage inquiries, site tours, proposals, contracts, and planning.
• Be primary client contact throughout the planning process.
• Collaborate with culinary/ops teams for seamless events.
• Prepare orders, contracts, and admin docs accurately and on time.
• Maintain client records, sales reports, and forecasts.
• Monitor event details to exceed client expectations.
• Conduct post-event follow-up to secure repeat business.
• Meet and exceed sales goals and revenue targets.

Skills

Catering sales

Hospitality sales

Event sales

Strong communication

Tools

CRM software

Event management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Culinaire, a Compass Group USA partner in Detroit, as a Catering Sales Manager responsible for growing catering and event sales from inquiry through post-event follow-up. The role requires a highly organized, client-focused professional who coordinates with culinary and operations teams to ensure flawless event execution.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in catering or hospitality sales, proven full-cycle experience, and strong CRM/office skills to drive revenue and client relationships.