Catering Sales Manager - Howard University

Aramark; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to support catering functions and drive revenue growth at Howard University. The role involves networking for sales opportunities, booking events, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates have strong sales experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Join a team committed to professional growth and delivering exceptional service.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plans like 401(k)

Paid days off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Hotel Sales and Marketing.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to make quick decisions.
• Available to work event-based hours.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for marketing accounts to professional meeting planners.
• Conducts telephone solicitation calls to generate new business.
• Greets and services all clients/groups to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Sales Strategy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Sales or Marketing

Job description

Catering Sales Manager - Howard University

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Job Description

The Catering Sales Manager will support the catering functions with building operations, culinary department, and catering department along with the sales team charged with revenue growth. This role will network for new sales opportunities, conduct sales blitz and other marketing efforts to support sales growth. The role will also book events for the location.

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for marketing account to professional meeting planners for meetings, conferences, training events, and seminars.
• Conducts telephone solicitation calls to generate new business and contacts.
• Determines and secures accurate meeting space for groups.
• Greets and services all clients/groups to ensure satisfaction.
• Follows up with all clients through phone calls, letters, and site tours to secure contracts and ensure customer happiness.
• Inputs data to generate contracts, update client files, and enter information into sales software.
• Participates in special projects as needed.
• Participates in Professional Membership Organizations to meet new prospects and remain updated with industry information and trends.
• Communicates and collaborates with other departments to provide quality services for all groups.
• Assists Sales and Marketing Leadership in managing budget activity and compiling reports for the period end.
• Coordinates activity of telemarketing activities
• Attends weekly meetings for aging/billing, business review, and sales meetings.
• Follows Aramark policies and procedures and safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
  
  

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years previous experience in Hotel Sales and Marketing or related field.
• Requires a bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience in sales, marketing or related field
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills, the ability to maintain composure, and the ability to make quick decisions.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Available to work event-based hours
• Complete Food Handlers and Alcohol Service Certifications as required
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lb.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  
  

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Hospitality

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