Catering Sales Trainee: Grow into a Manager

Modern Catering

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Modern Catering is seeking an entry‑level Sales role designed for individuals with a hospitality and catering background who want to grow their sales skills through hands-on experience, coaching, and mentorship. You will learn catering sales, lead qualification, client communication, and consultative selling while supporting managers and building a client portfolio.

The role emphasizes developing into a Catering Sales Manager with exposure to proposals, pricing, contracts, and events.

Qualifications

This role requires hospitality/catering experience and a strong customer-service mindset.
Candidates should be coachable, curious, organized, and eager to learn and grow.
Experience communicating with clients by phone, email, and in person is valued.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and professionally to new catering inquiries.
Qualify leads by gathering event date, guest count, venue, budget, and menu preferences.
Follow up consistently with prospective clients.
Assist Catering Sales Managers with lead follow-up and sales activities.
Learn to move a lead through the sales process.
Maintain accurate information in the CRM and sales pipeline.
Build relationships and establish trust with clients.