Vice President of Business Development-Corporate Dining

NexDine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to enhance its Corporate Dining and Independent School markets in the Greater Chicago Area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, particularly within the dining or hospitality sectors, and a passion for client satisfaction. This role involves building relationships and ensuring client commitments are met while pursuing new business opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Compensation & Benefits Package

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Growth Opportunities

Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years proven sales experience in senior living and healthcare dining services.
• In-depth knowledge of current dining trends.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities to meet sales quotas.
• Manage and grow database of prospects and activities.

Skills

Communication

Financial Analysis

Prospecting

Detail Oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Who We Are:

NEXDINE Hospitality’s family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at www.NEXDINE.com.

Job Details

Position:Vice President of Business Development-Corporate Dining

Location: Greater Chicago Area, IL

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000

Pay Frequency: Weekly – Direct Deposit

What We Offer You:

• Generous Compensation & Benefits Package

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Career Growth Opportunities

• Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Job Summary:

We’re seeking an experienced business development leader to grow our presence in the Corporate Dining and Independent School markets in Greater Chicago Area. This role focuses on building relationships with organizations and schools that view hospitality as a key part of their brand and culture.

The ideal candidate has a background in selling dining or hospitality services, strong communication and financial skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences. Prior experience in corporate or education dining markets is preferred.

TheVice President of Business Developmentwill be responsible for ensuring NEXDINE’s commitments to our clients and customers are met, while seeking out new business opportunities with prospective clients that share a similar vision and values. Your deep passion for the food industry and desire to take pride in your work will be immediately noticed and rewarded. Come see what separates NEXDINE from the competition.

Business Development Responsibilities :

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities to meet sales quotas

• Establish a territory management plan to identify and manage new opportunities

• Manage and grow database of prospects and activities

• Develop financial proformas, proposals and presentations

• Travel as required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years proven sales experience preferably within senior living and healthcare dining Services

• In-depth knowledge of current dining trends

• Strong oral, written and presentation skills

• P&L management and financial analysis

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Salesforce

• Self-driven “hunter” mentality, strong prospecting skills

• Detail oriented

• Must live within assigned territory