Private Dining Sales & Events Manager

Brenner's Steakhouse; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts

Health plans

Dental/Vision/Life

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Base salary + commission

Job summary

Brenner’s on the Bayou in Houston is seeking a Sales & Events Manager who thrives on building client relationships and driving private dining and event sales. You will lead the process from initial inquiry to event execution, coordinating with the restaurant team to deliver exceptional experiences.

The role emphasizes developing new business, managing a robust sales pipeline, and negotiating contracts to meet revenue targets while maintaining brand standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years sales experience in upscale dining or hotel operation.
• Able to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets.
• Able to present promotional materials and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff, and outside vendors.
• Strong communication and guest service skills.

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.
• With the Director of Sales & Events, plan, develop and implement a comprehensive sales action plan, goals and initiatives
• Collaborate with clients to customize food and beverage menus.
• Create detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and communicate event layouts, A/V needs, and timelines with management.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and management to ensure operations is able to flawlessly execute the event
• Supervise setup, execution, and breakdown of events to guarantee high guest satisfaction.
• Nurture lasting relationships with recurring clients, event planners, and local vendors.
• Address client feedback, negotiate pricing, and ensure contracts balance customer satisfaction with profitability.
• Fosters and maintains relationships with community decision makers, hotel general managers/sales directors, meeting planners and local business leaders who are potential ambassadors of our brand(s).

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Contracts

Promotions

Job description

Brenner’s on the Bayou in Houston is seeking a Sales & Events Manager who thrives on building client relationships and driving private dining and event sales. You will lead the process from initial inquiry to event execution, coordinating with the restaurant team to deliver exceptional experiences.

The role emphasizes developing new business, managing a robust sales pipeline, and negotiating contracts to meet revenue targets while maintaining brand standards and guest satisfaction.