Goodwin Recruiting
Catering Sales Manager
Indianapolis, INFood & beverage & lodging$70,000 - $80,000
Job Summary
We are a well known global contract food service group and have an exciting opportunity! We are looking for a Catering Sales Manager to help build sales in an iconic venue in the Indianapolis market. Our property is so well known it sells itself! and our client offers stability and long term career growth. If you are experienced in Catering sales with high volume in your background we want to speak with you!
Essential Responsibilities:
- Maximize the clients catering revenue through creative sales techniques and customer focus.
- Provide leadership and direction to operations staff.
- Contribute to goal of making our client the! #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in business, hotel/restaurant management or a related field, and/or appropriate combination of education and experience to support on the job effectiveness.
- 5-7 years of catering sales experience, with at least 3-5 years in a management role.
- Prior experience in a similar venue with more than $5M in food and beverage sales.
- Demonstrated financial acumen; P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience.
- Must possess strong knowledge of food and wine for menu development.
- Must possess strong knowledge of food and beverage financials, operations procedures, controls and administration, as well as awareness and ability to perform all sales-related functions.
- Solid and proven track record for sales and leadership success.
Benefits and Compensation:
- Healthcare
- Paid Holidays
- 401k
- Vacation
- Strong base salary
Gordon Weiner