What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Sales Manager position at Rita's Catering?
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year Commission StructureJob description:Rita's Hospitality Group is looking to add an experienced Catering Sales Manager to join our team. We are a family-owned business, and we are looking to grow our family with you.Known for scratch cooking, excellent presentation, and impeccable service, Rita's Catering is the premier choice in the Boston-Metro and surrounding area.Position Overview: The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for planning and selling day-to-day orders and events to exceed guest expectations, while providing the high level of customer service that Rita’s is known for.The ideal candidate will develop existing business and solicit new business through catering leads, marketing strategies, referrals, tastings, and face to face meetings, while maintaining overall company profits.Essential Job Functions:The Catering Sales Manager will act as a liaison between the client and the operations/culinary team to ensure a success. Communicating all needs and working directly with our event coordinator.Plan menus and logistics for corporate, day to day leads and social events.Be an informed specialist on current catering trends and products.Menu innovation, and awareness to allergiesTrack and manage event deposits and payments, accurate communication of event administrative details to the support staffUtilized reporting informed data to track adjustments to invoicing and implement customer follow-up and feedback to improve overall sales offerings.Provide timely written or electronic thank you and feedback solicitationRequirements:Motivation for sales measured by sales goals- individually and team orientedBusiness Development skills, Market Knowledge, Food & Beverage KnowledgeCaterease proficientMS Outlook, Word, and Excel proficientOther Skills/Abilities:Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong presentation, selling to customers’ needs and closing skillsMust have offsite catering experience Strong catering language and understanding Ability to work closely with multiple departments Must have Catering ExperienceTeam oriented individualJob Type: Full-timein negotiableBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayWeekend availabilitySupplemental pay types:Commission payAbility to commute/relocate:Everett, MA 02149: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Experience:Catering Sales: 3 years (Required)Language:English/SpanishLicense/Certification:Driver's License (Required)Work Location: In personJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveVision insuranceWillingness to travel:75% (Preferred)Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000