Catering Sales Manager

This is a permanent, part-time, remote position with the ability to transfer into full-time. Responsibilities: Actively pursue and close sales opportunities, negotiate contracts, and secure bookings for high-end events. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions. Supervise the planning and execution of both internal and external catering events, ensuring every detail is perfect. Create compelling proposals and banquet event orders that highlight our exceptional offerings. Prepare and monitor budgets, set ambitious financial targets, and ensure profitability. Cultivate relationships with premium vendors to enhance event quality and client satisfaction. Ensure all events adhere to safety and sanitation standards in line with HACCP guidelines. Take on additional duties and special projects as needed to drive business growth. Qualifications & Requirements: Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals. Deep knowledge of current food trends and fine dining service standards. 1-2 years in the hospitality industry, including 1 year in catering sales. Strong ability to supervise, schedule, train, and mentor team members. Exceptional ability to assess and fulfill client requirements. Skilled in collaborating with chefs to create menu proposals. Competence in supervising food preparation, service, and clean-up. Familiarity with A/V equipment setup and breakdown for events. Outstanding quantitative, oral, and written communication skills. Superior leadership and organizational abilities with meticulous attention to detail. Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint. A proactive mindset with the ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations. Uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior. Exceptional abilities in client relations and customer service. What We Offer: Flexible and supportive scheduling. Access to the Tecerra Leadership Institute, our career and personal development program. Full array of benefits that support you and your family's wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more. In addition to Tecerra's standard benefits offering, some locations may offer additional site-specific benefits, including free "shift" meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking. Overall, Tecerra strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Tecerra's benefit offerings during the interview process. Who we are: At Tecerra, we strive to provide long-lasting memories for our clients and their guests in various industries including hospitality, entertainment, healthcare, and more. Our motto of Hospitality Reimagined allows us to embrace the talents of our team as we work toward our shared goal of providing those memorable experiences when clients and guests are served by our family of companies. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Should you need assistance with the online application process, please reach out to our recruiting team. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Part-time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr Tecerra Inc