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Sales & Events Manager

The Post Oak, Bethesda, MD, United States


Overview
Morton’s The Steakhouse in Bethesda is seeking a driven and relationship‑focused Sales & Events Manager to lead private dining and event sales at this premier location in the heart of Bethesda’s business and shopping district. Conveniently located inside the Hyatt Regency and steps from the Round House Theatre, Morton’s offers an elegant dining room, stylish Bar 12‑21, and three versatile private event spaces ideal for everything from upscale corporate functions to sophisticated social events. This role is perfect for a hospitality sales professional passionate about creating unforgettable experiences while showcasing Morton’s prime‑aged steaks, fresh seafood, extensive wine collection, and unparalleled service.

Benefits

Extensive and well‑rounded training program

Continued career development and growth opportunities

Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels

Multiple health benefit plans to suit your needs

Dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, flexible spending accounts and 401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid time off

Competitive base salary, plus commission

Responsibilities

Responsible for all catered functions from organization to execution, including delegation of responsibilities

Work closely with sales managers and coordinators to generate new business and maintain contact with present accounts

Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through effective training of staff, commitment to a “Do Whatever It Takes” attitude and a hands‑on, lead by example management style

Identify qualifying business potential, closing business, overcoming objections, negotiating, upselling and understanding the client’s needs through Features‑Adjectives‑Benefits selling

Manage business on the books successfully and work pipeline of Inquiries, Prospects, Tentative and Definite bookings

Work local Key Influencers including Hotels, Convention & Visitor Bureaus, Chambers, Retail Outlets, Office Buildings and Condo/Apartment buildings

Conduct client visits that are targeted and meaningful to build private dining sales

Qualifications

At least 3 years previous sales experience in an upscale /fine dining restaurant or hotel operation

Ability to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets

Ability to professionally present promotional materials to prospective customers, and to effectively communicate and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff, and outside vendors

Ability to calculate figures and amounts for guest catering contracts

Ability to communicate with guests and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand request, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information

Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic

EOE

Pay Range
USD $58,000.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr.

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