Sales Manager

Darden Restaurants Inc.; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capital Grille in Rancho Mirage, CA is seeking a Sales Manager to grow the restaurant's business through direct and indirect sales, private dining, and community marketing initiatives. You will lead the Host/Sales department and collaborate with the Managing Partner and Executive Chef to flawlessly execute every event.

You will cultivate relationships with local businesses and residents to drive revenue while upholding Darden's standards and values, mentoring staff, and ensuring consistent,

Qualifications

• Outside sales experience required.
• 1+ years management or supervisory experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required.
• 2+ years casual dining or full-service restaurant management preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of the community trade area.
• Stable job history showing upward career progression.

Responsibilities

• Build business for the restaurant through direct and indirect sales techniques including events and private dining.
• Lead and manage the Host/Sales department operations and collaborate with the Managing Partner and Executive Chef to flawlessly execute events.
• Ensure efforts align with company goals and standards.

Skills

Outside Sales

Management

Community marketing

Job description

Location: 71959 Ca-111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270-4471 $64000 per year - $75000 per year

The Sales Manager is responsible for building business for the restaurant through direct and indirect sales techniques including all planning components of private and large party dining and community marketing initiatives. The Sales Manager also leads and manages the restaurant level Host/Sales department operations, modeling and demonstrating leadership that is grounded in the core values & principles of Darden and The Capital Grille. In addition, the Sales Manager is responsible for partnering with the Managing Partner and Executive Chef to ensure each event is flawlessly executed against the company's philosophies. The Sales Manager interacts closely with individuals at all levels throughout the concept to ensure efforts are directed toward attaining company goals.

Job Requirements

• Outside Sales Experience
• 1+ years management or supervisory experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required
• 2+ years casual dining or full-service restaurant management preferred
• Strong working knowledge of the community trade area
• Stable job history which demonstrates upward career progression