Levy Restaurants
CATERING SALES MANAGER @ PURDUE UNIVERSITY
Levy Restaurants, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907
CATERING SALES MANAGER @ PURDUE UNIVERSITY
Levy Restaurants • West Lafayette, IN
Job Summary Working as the Catering Sales Manager you will effectively coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. You will be responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control, food cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, operation and clean‑up of all events.
Key Responsibilities
Hire, train and develop managers, and actively involve in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
Create operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review the collection of receivables
Create catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
Create proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
Prepare and monitor budgets; financial targets and forecasts
Maintain local client database and build and maintain relationships with vendors
Ensure all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record for meeting sales goals
Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
Minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry, including one year experience in catering sales
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
Ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean‑up is also essential
Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in the business
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance / AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Food & Beverages
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Levy maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time‑off benefits information.
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Job Summary Working as the Catering Sales Manager you will effectively coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events. You will be responsible for menu development as well as costing and marketing functions as they relate to the catering department. You will implement labor cost control, food cost control, preparation, transportation, setup, operation and clean‑up of all events.
Key Responsibilities
Hire, train and develop managers, and actively involve in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
Create operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and review the collection of receivables
Create catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
Create proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
Prepare and monitor budgets; financial targets and forecasts
Maintain local client database and build and maintain relationships with vendors
Ensure all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
Perform related duties and special projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record for meeting sales goals
Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
Minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry, including one year experience in catering sales
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
Ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean‑up is also essential
Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in the business
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance / AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Food & Beverages
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Levy maintains a drug‑free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time‑off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf
Get notified about new Catering Sales Manager jobs in
West Lafayette, IN .
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