Catering Manager

Dimension Hospitality Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with incent.

Revenue-growth opportunities

Career development in hospitality and‑

Team collaboration with culinary/banqu

Flexible schedule when possible

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality Group in Arlington, VA seeks a Catering Sales Manager to drive catering revenue and deliver memorable client experiences from initial inquiry through flawless execution.

You will build strong client relationships, develop customized proposals, and partner with culinary and banquet teams to exceed client expectations while growing the business.

Qualifications

• Catering sales, catering management, or event planning experience required.
• Strong client service skills with a relationship-focused approach.
• Excellent organizational and detail-management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Sales-driven mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Secure, solicit, and manage catering accounts to drive revenue growth.
• Develop customized proposals, menus, and contracts to meet client needs.
• Conduct site tours, tastings, and consultations to showcase event opportunities.
• Collaborate with culinary, banquet, and operations teams to ensure seamless events.
• Coordinate event details and communicate client expectations across departments.
• Monitor, forecast, and report catering revenue performance.
• Maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
• Ensure high standards of service, quality, and presentation for every event.

Skills

Catering sales

Event planning

Client relationship building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Sales-driven mindset

Job description

As the Catering Sales Manager, you are responsible for driving catering revenue while creating memorable experiences for clients and guests. You will build strong relationships, identify new business opportunities, and guide events from initial inquiry through successful execution. Working closely with culinary and banquet teams, you will help bring each client's vision to life while delivering exceptional service and achieving business goals.

The Role

Secure and develop catering business, create customized event experiences, and partner with culinary and banquet operations teams to execute exceptional events that exceed client expectations.

What You Will Be Doing

• Prospect, solicit, and manage catering accounts to drive revenue growth
• Develop customized proposals, menus, and contracts that meet client needs and objectives
• Conduct site tours, tastings, and client consultations to showcase event opportunities
• Collaborate with culinary, banquet, and operational teams to ensure seamless event execution
• Coordinate all event details and communicate client expectations effectively across departments
• Monitor, forecast, and report catering revenue performance
• Maintain strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals
• Ensure the highest standards of service, quality, and presentation for every event

Why You Will Love It Here

• Competitive compensation with incentive and revenue-growth opportunities
• Exciting blend of sales, planning, and event execution responsibilities
• Collaborative partnership with talented culinary and banquet teams
• Opportunity to create memorable experiences for clients and guests
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within hospitality and events
• Supportive team environment focused on excellence and success

Qualifications

What Makes You You

• Catering sales, catering management, or event planning experience required
• Strong client service skills with a relationship-focused approach
• Excellent organizational and detail-management abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Sales-driven mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

EOE