Catering Sales Coordinator

Sherato; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligible

401k

Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Voluntary

Vacation/Well/Holiday Pay

Team and Travel Discounts

Career advancement opportunity

Job summary

Sherato is hiring a Catering Sales Coordinator to work with clients planning events and meetings, ensuring a memorable guest experience from start to finish. You will be the liaison between the sales team and staff, focusing on client expectations.

The ideal candidate understands the city market, has a track record of growing revenue, and brings an analytical mindset to drive results in Des Moines area. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible role with travel and industry event participation.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, food & beverage, and banquet operations.
• Strong communication, organization, closing, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, negotiate, and book new and repeat catering business through sales calls, networking, prospecting, and lead management.
• Plan and detail all event components including menus, setup, décor, timing, and logistics.
• Create proposals, contracts, and event orders; ensure accurate and timely communication with internal teams.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain strong client relationships before, during, and after events.
• Maximize banquet space and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue goals.
• Resolve client issues and ensure high levels of guest satisfaction.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Marriott brand standards, hotel systems, and competitor offerings.
• Use CI/TY, MARSHA, and Microsoft Office to manage accounts and reporting.
• Participate in community outreach, bridal shows, and industry events.
• Support other projects or duties as assigned.

Skills

Catering knowledge

Food & beverage

Banquet operations

Tools

CI/TY

MARSHA

STS

CVENT

Job description

About Us: Our TEAM culture motivates and encourages each individual member to achieve “MORE” in daily life and prosper in their career with a company that values them. Our hope is that each day you will uncover new reasons to love what you do!
T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Achieves More

About the Role: As a Catering Sales Coordinator, you will work directly with clients planning events and meetings creating an enjoyable and memorable guest experience from start to finish ensuring a positive lasting impression. Serve as the primary liaison between the sales team and the staff while focusing on the client's expectations.

Our ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the city market, a proven track record of growing revenue, profit and market share and a dynamic, analytical background.

TEAM Benefits:

• Bonus Eligible
• 401k
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Voluntary Insurance
• Vacation/Well/Holiday Pay
• Team and Travel Discounts
• Career advancement opportunity

Full-Time positions are benefits eligible including time off, travel discounts, medical and other insurance options are also available.

Travel Discounts- With multiple brands and thousands of locations around the world, TEAM are eligible for special travel discounts and sometimes even F&B discounts! Get away to relax, visit family or see the World!

Responsibilities:

• Solicit, negotiate, and book new and repeat catering business through sales calls, networking, prospecting, and lead management.
• Plan and detail all event components including menus, setup, décor, timing, and logistics.
• Create proposals, contracts, and event orders; ensure accurate and timely communication with internal teams.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain strong client relationships before, during, and after events.
• Maximize banquet space and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue goals.
• Resolve client issues and ensure high levels of guest satisfaction.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Marriott brand standards, hotel systems, and competitor offerings.
• Use CI/TY, MARSHA, and Microsoft Office to manage accounts and reporting.
• Participate in community outreach, bridal shows, and industry events.
• Support other projects or duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of catering, food & beverage, and banquet operations.
• CI/TY and MARSHA experience strongly preferred.
• STS experience strongly preferred.
• CVENT experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, closing, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

$24.00 per hour

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9) upon hire

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