Catering Sales Specialist

Crisp Catering; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crisp Catering, a Utah-based event catering company in American Fork, UT, is seeking a Catering Sales Specialist to generate and manage catering sales, respond to inquiries, qualify leads, prepare proposals, and secure bookings for events of various sizes. The role requires consulting with clients, coordinating with operations and culinary teams, and maintaining records in sales systems.

Day-to-day duties include building long-term client relationships, following up on leads, participating in

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospitality sales, including proposal creation and pipeline management.
• Strong customer service skills to manage client expectations and relationships.
• Knowledge of food & beverage concepts to design appropriate menus and service styles.
• Ability to prospect, qualify, and close catering opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities for multiple inquiries and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with confidence in presenting options and negotiating terms.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and qualify leads for catering events.
• Prepare tailored catering proposals and secure bookings for events of varying sizes.
• Consult with clients on event needs and coordinate with operations and culinary teams.
• Maintain accurate records in sales systems and manage pipeline.
• Build long-term client relationships and follow up on leads.
• Attend on-site tastings or venue meetings and ensure smooth communication from first contact to post-event review.

Skills

Catering sales

Customer service

Food & beverage knowledge

Event/hospitality sales

Organization & time management

Written & verbal communication

On-site collaboration

CRM tools

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Company Description

Crisp Catering is a Utah-based event catering company founded in 2021, serving clients across American Fork and the broader region. The team has successfully delivered over 1,000 events at more than 200 venues, specializing in interactive food stations and memorable guest experiences. The company focuses on community engagement and designing events that bring people together. Crisp Catering’s mission is to create more than just food by crafting experiences that leave a lasting impression on guests. Team members join a growing, experience-driven brand with opportunities to shape how events are planned and enjoyed.

Role Description

The Catering Sales Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in American Fork, UT. This position is responsible for generating and managing catering sales, including responding to inquiries, qualifying leads, preparing proposals, and securing bookings for events of varying sizes. Day-to-day responsibilities include consulting with clients on event needs, creating tailored catering packages, coordinating details with operations and culinary teams, and maintaining accurate records in sales systems. The role also involves building long-term client relationships, following up on leads, attending on-site tastings or venue meetings, and ensuring smooth communication from initial contact through post-event review. The Catering Sales Specialist supports overall revenue growth and contributes to the guest experience by aligning sales commitments with execution capabilities.

Qualifications

• Catering Sales and Sales skills to prospect, qualify, and close catering business effectively.
• Customer Service and Customer Satisfaction skills to manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships.
• Food & Beverage knowledge to design appropriate menus, understand service styles, and communicate confidently with culinary teams.
• Experience with event or hospitality sales, including proposal creation, contract review, and pipeline management.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple inquiries, deadlines, and event timelines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting options and negotiating terms.
• Ability to work on-site, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and occasionally support client meetings or tastings outside standard hours.
• Basic proficiency with CRM tools or sales tracking software; prior catering or hospitality industry experience is preferred