Catering Sales Manager - Events & Client Relationships

MakeReady (hospitality); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO exchange

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Pet insurance

401k

Student loan repayment

Job summary

The Junto, part of Makeready, in Columbus, OH seeks a Catering Sales Manager to drive revenue through proactive lead generation, client relationship management, and creative menu collaborations. This role focuses on profitable catering programs for a modern hospitality concept in a landmark Columbus venue.

You will partner with clients to tailor menus, oversee events, and forecast catering budgets, ensuring exceptional service and repeat business in a fast-paced hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience required
• Guest-first mentality; thoughtful and approachable
• Thorough understanding of the property's culinary and beverage options
• Highly organized with a laser focus on detail

Responsibilities

• Generate sales leads by actively pursuing new business opportunities to meet revenue goals
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships to drive repeat and referral business
• Work closely with clients to create tailored menus that are profitable for the hotel
• Oversee the successful execution of catering events
• Manage and forecast catering sales budgets and forecasts

Skills

Lead generation

Relationship building

Menu pricing

Budget forecasting

Event coordination

Job description

The Junto, part of Makeready, in Columbus, OH seeks a Catering Sales Manager to drive revenue through proactive lead generation, client relationship management, and creative menu collaborations. This role focuses on profitable catering programs for a modern hospitality concept in a landmark Columbus venue.

You will partner with clients to tailor menus, oversee events, and forecast catering budgets, ensuring exceptional service and repeat business in a fast-paced hotel setting.