Catering & Events Sales Manager

Our Client, a full service wedding, corporate & holiday event caterer and planner, is seeking a Sales & Event Planner in the Orlando, FL area.

Salary Range: $55-$65k (flexible/based on experience) + comm/bonus

Responsibilities

Using your passion for hospitality, sales acumen, and event planning expertise, you actively participate in business relationship development, attending individual client events, conducting site visits, and ensuring flawless event execution. Primary responsibility is to consistently achieve individual monthly sales revenue objectives. You will take the lead in systematically developing new business, establishing valuable business relationships with venue operators, and actively following up on all leads. You'll be responsible for preparing creative and tailored proposals, tracking sales opportunities, and ensuring clear communication both internally and externally for an outstanding event experience. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Event Management or Hospitality. 3-5 years of experience as a Sales Manager in the hospitality field. Proven ability to develop and manage $1,000,000 in annual sales. Working knowledge of food and beverage menus. Excellent networking and follow-up skills. Ability to finalize event contracts and liaise with management on contractual change requests. Experience identifying efficiency and effectiveness improvements in sales and operations that result in improved financial results. Proficiency with Caterease software program or similar event planning tools preferred. Ability and willingness to travel within the Central Florida region and work nights and weekends.