catering sales representative

Beyond Catering & Events; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus commission

Collaborative team environment

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts on services

Job summary

Beyond Catering & Events is seeking a Catering Sales Representative to be the primary contact for clients, assisting with various events while driving revenue growth. In this role, you will work closely with the culinary team to ensure exceptional client experiences from inquiry to contract.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years in sales or customer service, strong communication skills, and a passion for hospitality. The position offers a competitive base salary plus commission.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of sales or customer service experience, preferably in hospitality or catering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries via phone, email, and online leads.
• Qualify prospective clients based on needs and budget.
• Present catering packages and services professionally.
• Prepare proposals and quotes in a timely manner.
• Follow up with leads to advance sales opportunities.
• Maintain records in the CRM system.
• Work with the event team for seamless transitions.
• Meet sales targets monthly and quarterly.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Communication skills

CRM software proficiency

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Beyond Catering & Events is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Catering Sales Representative to join our growing team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for prospective clients, helping them plan their meetings, luncheons, etc. while driving revenue growth for our catering business. You will work closely with our event and culinary teams to deliver exceptional client experiences from first inquiry to signed contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to inbound inquiries via phone, email, and online leads
• Qualify prospective clients and assess their event needs, budget, and timeline
• Present catering packages, menus, and services in a compelling and professional manner
• Prepare and send accurate proposals and quotes in a timely manner
• Follow up with leads to move opportunities through the sales pipeline
• Maintain accurate records of all client interactions in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the event team to ensure seamless handoffs upon booking
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets
• Assist with outbound outreach to past clients and prospective accounts

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of sales or customer service experience; hospitality or catering industry a plus
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable working with CRM software and Microsoft Office / Google Suite
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple leads simultaneously
• Positive, client-first attitude and a passion for hospitality
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus commission
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth within the company
• Employee discounts on restaurant & catering services

Competitive pay rate + Commission $45k to $55k(varies based on experience)