WHO WE ARE:

Situated in San Francisco’s historic Jackson Square, Lindsay and Chef Michael Tusk own and operate Quince & Co Hospitality; a collection of unique restaurant concepts ranging from a Three Starred Michelin flagship to more casual, volume-based concepts, all unified in a commitment to exemplary hospitality, creativity, and a desire to innovate and continually reinvent. Quince & Co is a value-driven company committed to creating rewarding experiences for all team members with growth opportunities for advancement.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU: 

Our properties and people are dedicated to setting new restaurant standards in hospitality, cuisine, and employment experience. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the profession. We are a Values-Driven operation that is committed to creating rewarding experiences for our employees with growth opportunities for advancement.

As a valuable member of our team, you will enjoy the following benefits: 

• 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits. 
• 401K with up to 4% matching employer contribution 
• Purchase wine from both Quince and Cotogna lists at cost. 
• Competitive compensation 
• Tax deferred commuter benefits program if you pay for parking or public transportation. 
• Company-wide dining discount 
• Trips to Fresh Run, our Farm in Bolinas, and monthly participation in our Fresh Run Farm community sponsored agriculture (CSA) program 
• Personalized structured career development plan and advancement opportunities 
• Sponsorship of continuing education classes in food and beverage 
• Family meals provided. 

WHO YOU ARE:

A motivated, organized, charismatic individual. You are passionate about food and beverage, people and hospitality. A quick thinker who possesses the ability to simultaneously be creative and organized. Inherently hospitable, infinitely curious and KIND. You strike up a conversation with anyone, perform well under pressure and have an insatiable desire to learn. You want the opportunity to make your mark and contribute!

DESCRIPTION

Quince is seeking an Event Sales Manager. Ideal candidates will have experience in private events as a Director of Events or previous sales role. Attention to detail is vital, as well as the drive to meet and surpass sales goals. Candidate will oversee an Events Assistant and must have strong management skills as well as the desire to serve as a leader for the team. Preference would be for the candidate to have a strong client database and a connection to the SF event markets. Sales background is required but the candidate should also have operational experience and a desire to work within the hospitality industry.

Quince is a three Michelin star restaurant that is a luxury and guest driven environment, with high service expectations. Strong culinary background or knowledge is preferred.

 
REQUIREMENTS

• Prepare detailed event reports, including sales data worksheets, cost projections, and other financial metrics.
• Meet and exceed monthly and yearly sales goals.
• Negotiate and close contracts.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Possess high energy and a desire to be creative.
• Outstanding service and sales skills.
• Excellent guest relationship management and communications skills.
• Account management, market research, event planning and coordination.
• Seek and develop relationships with local industries (i.e. corporations, hotels, non-profits, local businesses, wedding planners, etc).
• Prepare proposals and contracts, maintain well-organized event records.
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business relationships with industry influencers.
• Works closely with the Chef de Cuisine and General Manager on operations and event execution.
• Off-site and onsite networking with clients to develop and maintain strong business relationships.
• Pro-active sales experience and strong social skills.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office, Triplseat, budget tracking, competitive analysis, forecasting, and brand positioning.
• 3-5 years of experience in event sales and management required.
• 2-3 years of restaurant experience preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous restaurant experience required.

2- 3 years of restaurant experience preferred

Food Handler’s certification

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

This role requires the ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly and safely.

Must be able to work standing 7-8 hours (excluding breaks) at a time.

Must be able to lift 40 pounds at time.

Must be able to comply with all health and safety standards.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.