Catering Sales Manager JN -052024-136822

Goodwin Recruiting; Lake Forest (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in catering and events is seeking a passionate Catering and Events Sales Manager to elevate their offsite department. This exciting role combines creativity with operational expertise, allowing you to craft unforgettable experiences for clients. You'll be at the forefront of managing both sales and event execution, ensuring every detail is meticulously planned and executed. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a company that is dedicated to fostering an innovative environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

401K plus 3% match

Medical and dental

PTO

Paid holidays including your birthday

Paid cell phone

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales and operations for off-site catering.
• Expertise in event production and logistics for various event sizes.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and execution of off-site catering events.
• Coordinate logistics and vendor management for events.

Skills

Sales and operations experience

Event production

Vendor management

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

College degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CRM systems

Sales/event management programs

Job description

Our Southern California-based full-service catering and events company is in search of an experienced Catering and Events Sales Manager to join our dynamic team! This role is with a very well respected catering company, and will be responsible for both sales and event execution for their OFFSITE department. If you possess a passion for creativity, inspiration, and crafting unforgettable experiences, we invite you to submit your application today!

Catering & Events Sales Manager Benefits

• Hybrid option after training
• 401K plus 3% match
• Medical and dental
• PTO
• Paid holidays - including your birthday
• Paid cell phone and mileage reimbursement

Catering & Events Sales Manager Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of successful sales and operations experience with off-site catering
• Extensive expertise in off-site catering, event production, and operations, including coordination of both small and large-scale events, pre-event planning, vendor management, on-site logistics, and event execution
• College degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Hospitality, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Proficiency in utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM systems, and sales/event management programs
• Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 136822

Salary: $67,000 - $83,000

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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