Director of Catering Sales

Director of Catering SalesWorking as the Director of Catering Sales, you will effectively coordinate and oversee external catering events. You are directly responsible for menu development as well as costing as they relate to the event. You are responsible for Event Coordination and Sales Financials.Key Responsibilities:Generate new businessCatering activities, books, plans & directed functionsCreates proposals, contracts and banquet event ordersMaintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendorsPerforms related duties and special projects as assignedPrepares and monitors their individual budgets; financial targets and forecastsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree is preferred or equivalent professional experienceLuxury catering salesProven track record for meeting sales goalsStrong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of serviceA minimum of five to eight years of experience in hospitality industry including three years' experience in catering salesSupervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skillsAbility to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfactionMust be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefsSuperior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skillsExcellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detailExcellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPointProactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behaviorExceptional client relations and customer service abilitiesAssociates at Occasions are offered many fantastic benefits.Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates:Retirement PlanAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceVoluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home ProgramIn addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ADDisability InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Occasions maintains a drug-free workplace.Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: are accepted on an ongoing basis.