Restaurant Catering Sales Manager

Thind Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to drive sales and manage client relationships. Role includes understanding diverse menu offerings, attending events, and ensuring high standards of customer service. Join our dynamic team to elevate culinary excellence across the nation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and commission structure

Training and professional development opportunities

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for growth within the company

Qualifications

• Proven prior experience in catering sales is required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of various cuisines, culinary techniques, and food trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline by identifying and pursuing potential clients.
• Attend and oversee events to ensure catering services meet standards.
• Provide expert recommendations to clients based on their event requirements.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Job Title: Catering Sales Manager

Company: Kahani Social Group

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: Prior experience in catering sales

About Us: Kahani Social Group is a unique hospitality company known for its exquisite and diverse cuisine offerings. With a reputation for delivering culinary excellence, we take pride in providing exceptional catering services for events and occasions nationwide. We are currently seeking a Catering Sales Manager to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in expanding our client base.

Job Description:

As a Catering Sales Manager at Kahani Social Group, you will be responsible for selling a wide range of cuisines to clients across the country. Your primary duties will include understanding our extensive menu and effectively selling a variety of items to meet our clients' needs. You will also be expected to maintain a strong presence at events you sell, ensuring that our catering services consistently meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales and Business Development:

   • Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline by identifying and pursuing potential clients.
   • Present our diverse menu offerings to clients, highlighting the suitability of our cuisine for their specific events.
   • Create and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.

2. Menu Knowledge:

   • Possess an in-depth understanding of our menu, including ingredients, preparation methods, and cultural nuances.
   • Provide expert recommendations to clients based on their event requirements, dietary restrictions, and preferences.

3. Client Relationship Management:

   • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and tailored solutions.
   • Respond to client inquiries promptly and professionally, addressing any concerns or special requests.

4. Event Oversight:

   • Attend and oversee events that you sell to ensure that the catering services meet our highest standards and align with client expectations.
   • Collaborate with the operations team to ensure seamless event execution.

5. Market Analysis:

   • Stay updated on industry trends and competitors to identify opportunities for growth and adaptation.
   • Provide market insights and feedback to improve our menu and services.

Qualifications:

• Proven prior experience in catering sales is required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of various cuisines, culinary techniques, and food trends.
• Ability to work independently, meet sales targets, and manage client relationships effectively.
• Willingness to travel to events and be present on-site.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.

Join Kahani Social Group and become a vital part of our team, working to elevate our brand and bring our culinary excellence to clients nationwide. If you are a skilled catering sales professional who is passionate about food and hospitality, we invite you to apply and contribute to our ongoing success.