Private Dining & Events Sales Manager

Morton's The Steakhouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts

Health benefit plans

Dental & vision

Voluntary life & disability

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Competitive base salary + commission

Job summary

Morton’s The Steakhouse in Bethesda seeks a driven Sales & Events Manager to lead private dining and event sales at a premier location inside Hyatt Regency. You will cultivate relationships, plan menus with clients, and ensure flawless event execution across three private spaces and Bar 12-21.

The role emphasizes growing corporate and social event sales, coordinating with the Executive Chef, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences in a high-end dining environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years previous sales experience in an upscale /fine dining restaurant or hotel operation.
• Ability to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets.
• Ability to professionally present promotional materials to prospective customers, and to effectively communicate and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff, and outside vendors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts for guest catering contracts.
• Ability to communicate with guests and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand request, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.
• Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales over prior year for one or more restaurants.
• Identify and secure new corporate and social event clients through prospecting and networking.
• Conduct venue tours and negotiate contracts to meet monthly and annual revenue goals.
• Manage a sales pipeline of inquiries, prospects, and definite bookings.
• Plan, develop and implement a comprehensive sales action plan with the Director of Sales & Events.

Skills

Sales experience

Contract writing

Promotional materials presentation

Communication

Numerical/catering contracts

Positive communication

Strong work ethic

Job description

Morton’s The Steakhouse in Bethesda seeks a driven Sales & Events Manager to lead private dining and event sales at a premier location inside Hyatt Regency. You will cultivate relationships, plan menus with clients, and ensure flawless event execution across three private spaces and Bar 12-21.

The role emphasizes growing corporate and social event sales, coordinating with the Executive Chef, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences in a high-end dining environment.