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Catering Sales & Event Manager

Coast Catering, Escondido, California, United States, 92025

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Coast Catering is a luxury, high‑end caterer and is recognized as one of the top wedding and event caterers in Southern California. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, impeccable presentation and cuisine that exceeds expectations. We are looking for a Catering Sales & Event Manager to join our team!

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job description

This position will handle sales for various types of events, from inception to completion.

You should possess a love for special event management, provide outstanding customer service, be an enthusiastic professional and be able to build relationships with partners and customers.

You will attend site visits, tastings and create professional diagrams and BEOs for all events.

Develop a close working relationship with the Director of Operations to ensure execution of strategies.

Connect with planners and industry related contacts to grow your sales.

Qualifications and Skills

Catering Sales Experience is a must - no exceptions!

Must show proven negotiating and closing skills.

Management experience in food and beverage industry or with special events.

Ability and eagerness to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action when problems occur.

You must be highly organized, creative and efficient in handling of paperwork and organization of tasks on hand.

Benefits

Competitive base pay + Commissions

Employer sponsored health plan

Paid time off + holidays

401k with company match

Schedule

Full time

In office and/or at events throughout San Diego County

Annual base salary $75,000, plus commissions

What We Do

Custom catering

Full-service event planning

Intimate gatherings to large galas

How We Do It

Innovative menus tailored to suit every occasion, budget and palate

Inventive, inspired, always delicious food, from classic favorites to new adventures in creative cuisine

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