Catering Sales Director

The Hawthorns Golf & Country Club; Indiana, Fishers (PA, IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a dynamic Catering Sales Director to lead their Catering department. This role involves planning, budgeting, and maximizing revenue while maintaining strong relationships with clients and promoting the club's banquet services. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to create imaginative event experiences. Join a vibrant team that values creativity and client satisfaction, and help shape memorable events that leave a lasting impression on guests. If you are passionate about catering and event management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a Catering Sales Director required.
• Solid understanding of banquet revenue generation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Catering department, including planning and budgeting.
• Solicit new accounts and maintain relationships with clients.
• Create and distribute reports for sales and catering forecasts.

Skills

Catering Sales

Negotiation Skills

Sales Performance

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Creative Menu Development

Social Etiquette

Technical Literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel)

Education

Experience in Catering Sales

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Base Salary + Commission
Duel Clubs: Hawthorns & Sagamore Country Club's

The primary objective of this position is to help direct the Catering department to include planning, budgeting, forecasting, soliciting new business, maintaining current clients, and promoting banquet and catering business for the club. Revenue maximization and the ability to control Catering expenses through effective negotiation of services and accurate forecasting is required. The Director is ultimately responsible for achieving his/her budgeted sales plan. Internal/external events may include seminars, wedding receptions, bar and bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, luncheons, and golf tournament events. Member events may also include holiday parties, special events, and more.

The Director develops relationships with Members, individuals, and corporations who book events so as to maintain a catalog of repeat business while prospecting for new events. Additionally, s/he will promote the Club locally via bridal shows and other public events, which heighten awareness within the community. This position works closely with the Executive Chef when designing custom menus for clients. They must also work with the entire management team to communicate and prepare for upcoming events.

Job Responsibilities:

• Solicit new accounts and review previous Catering/Banquet files to generate business.
• Interact with clients and prospective clients to determine needs and direct staff accordingly.
• Must be able to direct and maintain the sales process.
• Respond to all inquiry phone calls/walk-ins.
• Conduct site visits/entertain potential clients.
• Assisted with the development, editing, and distribution of all banquet-related files that generate business.
• Negotiate, prepare, and write proposals and contracts.
• Works closely with Brides in the bridal market.
• Acts as the face of the business to those seeking Wedding venues.
• Brings imagination into each event.
• Create, edit, and distribute all reports needed for daily, monthly, and annual forecasting.
• Supervise and monitor the performance of Catering staff in the proper preparation of Banquet menus, memos, and files.
• Tour and inspect banquet and meeting space.
• Ensure that functions are set to client-specific standards and ready to begin on time.
• Coordinate with other departments regarding client requests regarding the BEO process.
• Assure of complete billing and deposit procedures as needed on a timely basis.
• Give an overview of weekly events to staff, the General Manager, and the Food & Beverage Department.
• Prepare weekly/monthly forecasts of Sales and Catering bookings and their effect on food, beverage, and other miscellaneous revenues.
• Attend staff and other club meetings as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested by Supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• Two years experience as a Catering Sales Director.
• Solid understanding of banquet revenue generation.
• Proven track record of sales performance.
• Knowledge of social etiquette.
• Creative menu development skills.
• High energy, outgoing personality.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong technical literacy including Microsoft Word and Excel.

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