Wedding Event Sales & Coordination Specialist

City Barbeque, Llc; New Albany, Westerville (OH, OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

City Barbeque is seeking a Wedding Event Specialist to drive wedding sales in the Columbus market. This role focuses on developing catering leads, coordinating wedding events, and delivering seamless service for receptions and rehearsals.

Reporting to the Director, Business Development, the specialist will manage inquiries, book events, and support delivery and on-site execution with the catering team.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales/negotiation/closing process.
• Knowledge of Catering menus and City Barbeque culture.
• Excellent communication skills, both internally and externally.
• Proactive, able to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and catering software such as Monkey Media.

Responsibilities

• Plans and achieves annual sales goals.
• Represents City Barbeque at bridal shows and events to book catering leads.
• Handles inquiries with potential guests by phone and in person, upselling products and solving catering questions.
• Maintains records for leads, quotes, and confirmed orders; coordinates venues and bridal shows.
• Partners with leadership to manage catering/off-premise P&L and other financial aspects of wedding events.
• Instructs and coordinates the catering team to ensure successful events for clients.

Skills

Sales/negotiation/closing

Excellent communication

Team player

Customer service

Proactive under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Monkey Media

Job description

City Barbeque is seeking a Wedding Event Specialist to drive wedding sales in the Columbus market. This role focuses on developing catering leads, coordinating wedding events, and delivering seamless service for receptions and rehearsals.

Reporting to the Director, Business Development, the specialist will manage inquiries, book events, and support delivery and on-site execution with the catering team.