Senior Catering Sales Manager

Planet Green Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Catering Sales Manager to join their dynamic sales team in downtown Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a vibrant community and provide exceptional service in an upscale environment. You will be responsible for managing the venue sales process, meeting revenue goals, and executing catering events with precision. With a focus on professional development and culinary excellence, this position promises a rewarding career path in the heart of a culturally rich city. If you are passionate about food and beverage and excel in client relations, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Iconic Location

Collaborative Culture

Stunning Facilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in luxury hotel/catering sales management.
• Strong knowledge of local catering market and client base.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic sales team and pursue sales opportunities.
• Plan and execute catering events successfully.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Luxury Upscale Hotel Sales Management

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Creativity

Networking Skills

Multitasking

Tools

Delphi Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Catering Sales Manager
Top Reasons to work with our client:

• Historic Prestige:Be part of a renowned institution with a rich history!
• Vibrant Community:Engage with diverse members and colleagues!
• Exceptional Service:Provide top-notch service in an upscale environment!
• Professional Development:Opportunities for growth and skill enhancement!
• Iconic Location:Work in the heart of downtown Chicago, surrounded by culture and attractions!
• Competitive Benefits:Enjoy comprehensive benefits and perks!
• Culinary Excellence:Experience exceptional dining and culinary offerings!
• Stunning Facilities:Work in a beautiful setting with state-of-the-art facilities!
• Collaborative Culture:Join a team that values teamwork and collaboration!
• Legacy of Excellence:Contribute to a legacy of excellence in hospitality and service!

What you will be doing:

• Joining a dynamic and fast forward sales team
• Pursuing all prospective sales opportunities with tactical sales plans and strategy
• Understanding and managing all aspects of the venue sales process
• Meeting revenue sales goals
• Planning and detailing of sales process
• Oversight of entire function
• Keeping updated with current sales trends within market
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Representing themselves with the highest level of integrity and professionalism
• Working in an office and venue environment that is very fast paced
• Multitasking and completing tasks in a timely and accurate manner
• Executing all catering events successfully

Experience you will need:

• Minimum of five years luxury upscale hotel/catering sales management
• Experience in wedding, social and corporate banquet business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity and detail orientation
• Experience working with self-motivated and energetic F&B team
• Passion about food and beverage
• Extraordinary networking and client relation skills
• Strong knowledge of local catering market (wedding, social and corporate) and client base
• Ability to multitask and complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner
• Delphi software experience
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on business needs
• Sense of urgency with planning and execution
• Superior knowledge of food, beverage and service etiquette

Senior Catering Sales Manager