Now Hiring - Pines Manor - Professional Services Catering Sales Manager in Edison, NJ

Full description of the position

ABOUT US

Want to create ever-lasting memories and leave a smile on people's faces that will never be forgotten? There is a reason why so many guests want to experience their events at The Pines Manor, and it's not just the eloquent food, fancy music, or perfect location. It is because we have built a culture of employees who have dedicated years of passion to our building. For this specific position, we pride ourselves on finding personable employees who can retain business as well as be eager to find new opportunities. Our Catering Sales Managers help to demonstrate why our company can continue to do what it does best; host events that last a lifetime.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the Catering Sales Manager, you will deliver world-class customer service and sales support to our clients. Our client base includes Corporate, Social, and Weddings. You will respond to inbound sales inquiries, network with your client base, approach local business/trade organizations, and attend bridal shows to close event sales for the Pines Manor. You will work within a team for sales and event planning from lead gathering through event day execution. Our professional Banquet Managers will execute events, but you will assist where necessary to ensure optimum service to clients and guests. Base knowledge of food presentation (including cultural, religious, and allergy requests), wines, mixed beverages, beer, and associated equipment is required. This position requires you to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Reports to: Director of Sales

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EXPERIENCE – PREFERRED 3 YEARS OF CATERING SALES EXPERIENCE

GENERAL SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills
• Can adapt to last-minute changes
• Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail
• Able to remain thoughtful in difficult situations and resolve problems through critical thinking
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
• Takes initiative to satisfy the guests
• Technical Skills – knowledge of Windows,

EXTRA

Physical Requirements – must be able to exert physical effort and actively move around the building to assist guests and manage staff

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Work Location: One location