Junior F&B Sales Executive

Hospitality Hire; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Cape Town seeks a vibrant Sales Executive to promote event spaces and boutique hotels. Ideal candidates should have a passion for the hospitality and events industry, with strong interpersonal and organisational skills. This is an exciting opportunity to shape event sales for a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in F&B, events, weddings, or activation-related sales.
• Confidence and warmth in interpersonal interactions.
• Strong writing and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Driving new business for restaurants and venue spaces.
• Creating customised proposals and polished presentations.
• Maintaining and tracking leads using internal sales tools.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Organisational skills

Presentation skills

Proactive energy

Job description

Hospitality Hire is searching for a vibrant Sales Executive to join a forward-thinking Hotel Group in Cape Town with a Wide Range of Hotels, Restaurants & Event Spaces You'll Be Promoting

Are you passionate about creating buzz-worthy events and unforgettable guest experiences? We’re looking for an enthusiastic go-getter to take the lead in promoting and selling restaurant spaces and boutique hotel venues for everything from product launches and fashion activations to art exhibitions, weddings, and private dinners .

If you’ve got a flair for sales, love the world of events, and thrive in a fast-paced, people-first environment, this is the role for you.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Driving new business for a collection of restaurants and venue spaces
• Selling event spaces for niche activations – think high-end launches, creative gatherings, and standout celebrations
• Creating customised proposals and polished presentations tailored to each client’s vision
• Hosting site inspections , attending industry events, and growing your contact base
• Working closely with the marketing, F&B, and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution
• Maintaining and tracking leads, contacts, and activities using internal sales tools
• Supporting the broader sales team on corporate and leisure sales initiatives as needed

What You Bring to the Table :

• 1–2 years’ experience in F&B, events, weddings, or activation-related sales
• A true passion for the hospitality and events industry
• Confidence, warmth, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong writing, presentation, and organisational abilities
• Proactive energy with an eye for detail and an ability to manage time independently
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when events are on the go

The Ideal Candidate :

You’re a connector. A door-opener. Someone who knows how to build relationships and turn ideas into bookings. You’re excited to represent a brand with style, confidence, and professionalism – and you’re not afraid to go out and bring traffic into venues .

Cape Town-based with a strong local network? Even better.

This is your chance to step into a Sales Manager-level role and shape the way a bold hospitality group approaches event sales.

Apply now and be part of an energetic, innovative team making waves in the hospitality space.

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