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Director of Sales & Catering – Chicago, IL
Salary: $140,000–$150,000 Bonus Benefits
We are working with a successful hospitality group in Chicago that is looking for a Director of Sales & Catering to lead its sales efforts and help drive the next phase of growth for the business.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced sales leader who enjoys building relationships, developing teams, and finding creative ways to bring in new business. You'll work closely with senior leadership to grow revenue across events, catering, corporate accounts, and group business, while helping to strengthen the company's presence in the market.
They're looking for someone who is equally comfortable developing strategy as they are meeting clients, networking, and supporting their team day-to-day.
What You'll Do
- Lead sales and catering initiatives with a focus on growing revenue and expanding market reach
- Build strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and local business partners
- Identify new opportunities for business development across multiple revenue streams
- Coach, mentor, and support a high-performing sales team
- Monitor business performance and adjust strategies to ensure revenue goals are achieved
About You
- Proven sales leadership experience within hospitality, events, catering, restaurants, or a related industry
- Track record of driving revenue growth and developing lasting client relationships
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams
- Comfortable networking, prospecting, and representing a brand within the local market
- Commercially minded with strong communication and negotiation skills
- Hands-on, collaborative, and passionate about hospitality
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000