Strategic Business Development – Corporate Events

Food Trends Catering & Events; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Trends Catering & Events is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven sales professional to grow our corporate, social, and government event business in the New York area. If you thrive on hospitality, building new relationships, and turning client visions into memorable experiences, we'd love to meet you.

You will drive revenue growth, develop new client relationships, and expand our presence across New York City and nearby markets, collaborating with planning, culinary, and operations teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven sales experience in catering, hospitality, events, or related industries.
• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Existing corporate, social, or government contacts are a plus.
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with corporate, social, and government clients to secure repeat business.
• Prospect and develop new business opportunities through networking, outreach, referrals, and direct sales.
• Meet with prospective clients to understand event goals and recommend customized catering and event solutions.
• Conduct sales presentations, venue tours, and tastings that showcase our culinary offerings and event capabilities.
• Manage and nurture a robust pipeline of leads and lapsed accounts while consistently achieving sales goals.
• Collaborate closely with event planning, culinary, and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Attend industry events, networking functions, and community gatherings to identify new business opportunities and strengthen brand awareness.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market opportunities, and competitive activity.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Networking

Hospitality

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Food Trends Catering & Events is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven sales professional to grow our corporate, social, and government event business in the New York area. If you thrive on hospitality, building new relationships, and turning client visions into memorable experiences, we'd love to meet you.

You will drive revenue growth, develop new client relationships, and expand our presence across New York City and nearby markets, collaborating with planning, culinary, and operations teams