Strategic Sales & Events Manager (Fine Dining)

Morton's The Steakhouse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 6,500 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career growth

Employee discounts

Health benefits

401(k) and insurance

Sick leave

Paid time off

Sales commission

Job summary

Morton's The Steakhouse Chicago is seeking a dynamic Sales & Events Manager to drive private dining and event sales across six private dining rooms and more than 4,000 square feet of event space. We’re looking for a passionate hospitality sales professional who thrives on building relationships, developing new business, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

If you’re ready to grow your career with Morton's, we’d love to meet you!

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of sales experience in upscale dining or hospitality.
• Ability to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets.
• Ability to present promotional materials to prospective customers and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff and vendors.
• Ability to calculate figures for guest catering contracts.
• Positive, clear communication with guests and team members.
• Stable, progressive work history and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales for one or more restaurants, year over year.
• Identify and secure new corporate and social event clients through prospecting and networking.
• Conduct venue tours and negotiate contracts to meet revenue goals.
• Manage a sales pipeline of inquiries, prospects, and bookings.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive sales action plan with the Director of Sales & Events.
• Collaborate with clients to customize food and beverage menus and create detailed event orders.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef and management to ensure flawless event execution.
• Supervise setup, execution, and breakdown of events to guarantee guest satisfaction.
• Nurture relationships with recurring clients, planners and local vendors.
• Address client feedback and negotiate pricing to balance satisfaction and profitability.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Event planning

Job description

Morton's The Steakhouse Chicago is seeking a dynamic Sales & Events Manager to drive private dining and event sales across six private dining rooms and more than 4,000 square feet of event space. We’re looking for a passionate hospitality sales professional who thrives on building relationships, developing new business, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

If you’re ready to grow your career with Morton's, we’d love to meet you!