Manager, Catering

Levy; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Levy in Chicago is seeking an experienced Manager, Catering to lead catering sales and planning for a fast-paced sports and events venue. You will oversee a team of up to 25 and ensure seamless execution of high-volume events, from client brief to on-site delivery.

The role requires strong leadership, revenue focus, and collaboration with Operations, Culinary, and Event teams. You will craft tailored event solutions, present quotes and contracts, and maintain key corporate relationships while

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years of catering sales management experience in venues.
• Experience leading and managing teams in high-volume events.
• Strong understanding of large-scale events and premium hospitality.
• Proven ability to drive revenue and close sales with clients.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop a team of up to 25 across catering planning and operations.
• Provide on-site leadership during events to ensure seamless execution.
• Collaborate with Operations, Culinary, and Event teams for planning and delivery.
• Prepare quotes, contracts, and event documentation.
• Maintain client relationships with corporate clients and event planners.
• Utilize catering and sales systems to track bookings and reporting.
• Present weekly and monthly sales and revenue reports.
• Participate in weekly revenue meetings.
• Act as senior point of contact for clients.
• Consult with clients to understand their vision and provide tailored event solutions.
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and community partners.

Kenntnisse

Catering sales management

Team leadership

Event operations

Client relationships

Sales closing

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Professionalism

Adaptability

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Catering software

Evenings/weekends availability

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Catering software

Jobbeschreibung

60631-Rogers Place - Admi | 60631
300 10214 104 AVENUE
EDMONTON, AB T5J 0H6, CAN

Description

About Us: From NHL hockey games to concerts and high-profile special events, we are passionate about delivering exceptional food and beverage experiences for our partners and guests. As a premier sports and events venue, our success is driven by strong leadership, operational excellence, and a collaborative, people-first culture.

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Manager, Catering to lead catering sales and planning for a fast-paced hockey and special events venue. This role is responsible for managing a team of up to 25 employees across catering sales and catering planning, while overseeing high-volume, high-profile events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 25 team members across catering planning and operations
• Provide on-site leadership during events, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with client and venue expectations
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of venue operations, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Culinary, and Event teams to ensure successful planning and delivery of all events
• Manage full-cycle catering planning and work in conjunction with the Partner
• Actively up-sell enhancements and premium offerings to maximize event revenue
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly sales and revenue reports
• Participate in weekly revenue meetings
• Serve as a senior point of contact for clients
• Consult with clients to understand their vision and provide creative, tailored event solutions
• Maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and community partners
• Prepare accurate quotes, contracts, and event documentation
• Maintain organized and confidential sales and client files
• Utilize catering and sales systems to track account history, bookings, and reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in catering sales management within a venue, hotel, or catering company
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams, ideally in a high-volume or event-driven environment
• Strong understanding of large-scale events, premium hospitality, and live sports or special events operations
• Proven ability to drive revenue, manage client relationships, and close sales
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilitiesHigh level of professionalism, adaptability, and accountability
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; catering or event management software considered an asset
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-driven schedules as required