What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Sales Manager position at Aramark?
Job Description
The Catering Sales Manager will support the catering functions with building operations, culinary department, and catering department along with the sales team charged with revenue growth. This role will network for new sales opportunities, conduct sales blitz and other marketing efforts to support sales growth. The role will also book events for the location.
Job Responsibilities
? Responsible for marketing account to professional meeting planners for meetings, conferences, training events, and seminars.
? Conducts telephone solicitation calls to generate new business and contacts.
? Determines and secures accurate meeting space for groups.
? Greets and services all clients/groups to ensure satisfaction.
? Follows up with all clients through phone calls, letters, and site tours to secure contracts and ensure customer happiness.
? Inputs data to generate contracts, update client files, and enter information into sales software.
? Participates in special projects as needed.
? Participates in Professional Membership Organizations to meet new prospects and remain updated with industry information and trends.
? Communicates and collaborates with other departments to provide quality services for all groups.
? Assists Sales and Marketing Leadership in managing budget activity and compiling reports for the period end.
? Coordinates activity of telemarketing activities
? Attends weekly meetings for aging/billing, business review, and sales meetings.
? Follows Aramark policies and procedures and safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
? Minimum of 5 years previous experience in Hotel Sales and Marketing or related field.
? Requires a bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience in sales, marketing or related field
? Possesses strong interpersonal skills, the ability to maintain composure, and the ability to make quick decisions.
? Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
? Must work well independently.
#FS-300
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
