Special Events Sales Mgr

Whiskey Reds; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiskey Reds in Marina Del Rey, CA is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to drive catering and event sales by building client relationships, planning and coordinating events, and ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can meet and exceed sales targets while providing top-tier customer service.

You will meet or exceed revenue targets across corporate, social, nonprofit, and wedding markets, present tailored venue

Qualifications

• 2+ years of catering or event sales experience.
• Experience with a comparable venue size and sales volume preferred.
• Strong written communication skills, clear and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple events under time constraints.
• Positive, fast-paced work attitude.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed budgeted booking goals and revenue targets across all special event areas.
• Drive sales across corporate, social, nonprofit, and wedding market segments.
• Apply advanced closing, negotiation, and presentation techniques to maximize revenue.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships that generate repeat business.
• Conduct engaging site tours and tailored client presentations showcasing venue capabilities.
• Represent Whiskey Reds through industry associations, networking groups, and community involvement.
• Partner closely with culinary and banquet teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Create clear, accurate, and detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
• Monitor events in real time, address challenges quickly, and implement effective solutions.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market dynamics.

Skills

Catering sales

Event coordination

Client relationships

Negotiation

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Special Events Sales Mgr# Special Events Sales MgrWhiskey Reds - Marina Del Rey, CA 90292## OverviewSalary Range$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 SalaryPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelHigh School/GED## Description**Position Overview:** The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for driving catering and event sales by developing relationships with clients, planning and coordinating events, and ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can meet and exceed sales targets while providing top-tier customer service.**Key Responsibilities:****Sales & Revenue*** Meet or exceed budgeted booking goals and revenue targets across all special event areas* Drive sales across corporate, social, nonprofit, and wedding market segments* Apply advanced closing, negotiation, and presentation techniques to maximize revenue**Client Experience & Relationships*** Build and maintain long-term client relationships that generate repeat business* Conduct engaging site tours and tailored client presentations showcasing venue capabilities* Represent Whiskey Reds through industry associations, networking groups, and community involvement**Execution & Collaboration*** Partner closely with culinary and banquet teams to ensure seamless event execution* Create clear, accurate, and detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)* Monitor events in real time, address challenges quickly, and implement effective solutions* Stay informed on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market dynamics## Qualifications**Education & Experience*** **2+ years of catering or event sales experience required*** Experience with a comparable venue size and sales volume strongly preferred* Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple events simultaneously* Strong written communication skills-clear, concise, and detail-oriented* Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines* Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment### Disclaimer*This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications.**Whiskey Reds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.**Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug-free workplace and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.*