Navi's Catering Kitchen Team lives and breathes the hospitality industry! We are looking for other hard workers to join our team! Key skills we are looking for in a candidate are being flexible, good communication skills with team members, and can work in a fast-paced environment!

We are a full-service catering company with an on-site venue and are looking for a motivated sales coordinator to join us! Someone who is willing to learn and grow within the company, a team player, detail oriented, and driven!

Catering Sales Coordinator Job Summary

As a Catering Sales Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving sales and coordinating catering services. You'll be responsible for managing client event details, supporting the operations on daily tasks, and ensuring the successful execution of catering events. Your primary goal is to provide exceptional client service.

General Job Duties

Sales and Business Development:

· Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities in the catering market.

· Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.

· Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential clients.

· Respond to inquiries, prepare and present proposals, and negotiate contracts.

Client Management:

· Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally for their individual event.

· Details all catering events for client-based events, including but not limited to (food, beverage, rentals, external vendors)

· Collaborate with clients to understand their event requirements and preferences.

· Coordinate tastings and meetings with clients to finalize event details.

Event Coordination:

· Work closely with the catering operations team to ensure the seamless execution of events.

· Manage event timelines, ensuring all catering services are delivered as agreed upon.

· Provide on-site support during events as needed to guarantee client satisfaction.

Administrative Tasks:

· Maintain accurate records of sales, client interactions, and event details.

· Generate reports on sales performance and client feedback for management review.

· Assist in the development and maintenance of catering sales policies and procedures.

· Process payments for all catering events for client-based events.

· Other duties as assigned by Assistant Director.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Related field or combination of education and experience
• Experience: 1 year of related experience
• WA State Food Handlers Permit
• MAST Permit

Skills

· Proven experience in sales, preferably in the catering or hospitality industry.

· Strong communication and negotiation skills.

· Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Proficiency in relevant software (CRM tools, Microsoft Office suite).

· Strong sales and negotiation skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.

· Knowledge of catering industry trends and regulations.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Considerable physical activity. May require handling of objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs.
• Job required personnel to sit 60% of time or more.
• Job requires personnel to stand 40% of time or more.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Compensation

• Hourly Position: Starting at $21-$24| DOE
• Monthly Commission Package

Perks with NCK: Holiday Meals, Shift Meal, Family-Owned Small Business, Growth within the Company, Employee Discount, Food Knowledge / Experience, and more!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training

Compensation package:

• Commission pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person