Catering Sales Manager

Levy Restaurants, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Levy Restaurants, Inc. is seeking a Catering Sales Manager for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra venue in Chicago, IL. You will coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events, develop menus, and manage costing and marketing for the catering department.

You will implement labor and food cost controls, oversee event logistics, budgeting, and vendor relations to ensure high-quality service and client satisfaction, while adhering to HACCP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven track record for meeting sales goals.
• Strong knowledge of current food trends and fine dining points of service.
• Two years hospitality experience including one year catering sales.
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills.
• Ability to assess client requirements and deliver client satisfaction.
• Must be able to write menu proposals with chefs.
• Ability to supervise food prep, service and cleanup.
• Knowledge of A/V equipment for events.
• Superior communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and organization with attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains and develops managers; involved in service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures.
• Creates operating statements, reports, budgets, and reviews receivables.
• Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions.
• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders.
• Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts.
• Maintains local clients database; builds relationships with vendors.
• Ensures HACCP safety and sanitation procedures.
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Sales goals

Hospitality leadership

Menu development

Labor cost control

Foods cost control

Vendor relations

Budgeting

HACCP knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

A/V equipment

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Levy Sector

Location: Chicago Symphony Orchestra - Chicago, IL

Salary: 62,000 - 65,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Commission Eligible

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

Working as the Catering Sales Manager you will effectively coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. You will be responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control, foods cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, operation and clean-up of all events.

Key Responsibilities

• Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
• Creates operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables
• Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
• Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
• Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts
• Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
• Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
• Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Proven track record for meeting sales goals
• Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
• A minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry including one year experience in catering sales
• Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
• Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
• Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential
• Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.
• Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
• Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
• Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
• Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities

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At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer.

At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable acc accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsiblities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.