Catering Sales Executive

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 246,000 - 424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Professional development

Dynamic sales environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Catering Sales Executive to join our Centurion team. You will identify new business opportunities, build relationships with prospective clients, and close deals for corporate, private and social catering events.

You'll collaborate with culinary and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution, deliver tailored proposals, and exceed revenue targets while providing outstanding service across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within hospitality or catering.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads and business opportunities within corporate, private, and social event sectors.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and tailor catering solutions.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotes, and contracts to potential clients.
• Negotiate terms and close sales to meet revenue targets.
• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction.
• Stay informed on market trends and industry best practices.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and results-oriented Catering Sales Executive to join their team in Centurion . This role is crucial for expanding their client base and driving revenue growth for their catering services. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with prospective clients, and closing sales deals for a variety of events. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, a deep understanding of the catering market in Gauteng , and a passion for providing exceptional service from the initial inquiry through to event completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new sales leads and business opportunities within the corporate, private, and social event sectors.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored catering solutions.
• Prepare and present compelling proposals, quotes, and contracts to potential clients.
• Negotiate terms and close sales to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution and client satisfaction.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within the hospitality or catering industry.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of the event planning process and catering services.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with clients at all levels.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to lead generation and client management.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales management tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and events in Centurion .
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive sales environment.
• Contribution to a growing and reputable catering company.