Now Hiring - Rosemary & Rye Catering - Catering & Event Sales Manager in Charleston, SC

Full description of the position

Job Overview:
Rosemary & Rye is looking to add an experienced and ambitious Catering & Event Sales Manager to join our growing team in Charleston, SC.

This individual will report to the Sales Director and is responsible for inquiry follow-up, account management, and building client and vendor relationships. In addition to salary, this role includes uncapped commission on all bookings made by the Sales Manager.

To help our new Sales Manager thrive in this role initial training will be provided, but previous catering experience, ambitious work ethic, solid organizational & communication skills, and a love of the hospitality industry are a must.

Duties:

Include but not limited to

• Respond to catering inquiries quickly and appropriately
• Manage all aspects of the event sales process from initial contact through final event execution
• Gather all necessary event information from clients/planners to assist in menu planning, set-up, catering timeline, staffing needs, etc.
• Curate custom food and beverage menus with consideration to dietary restrictions, client preferences, seasonality, and venue logistics
• Assist with event operations (on and offsite) when needed
• Efficiently communicate event details and client needs directly with Director, Owners, Chefs, and Event Managers

Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality, Culinary or Business (preferred)
• 1-2 years work experience as a catering or hotel associate, sales associate or similar role
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, including time management, analytical thinking, strategic planning, and an acute attention to detail
• Experience with Caterease (a plus)
• Flexibility to work during weekends and holidays as required by scheduled events
• Desire to learn and grow with a top-notch catering company

At R&R we take pride in our company culture. Our goal is to help every employee, not only be successful in their role but to feel valued and supported in their day-to-day. Our relationship-driven approach doesn't end with our clients but rather extends to everything that we do. We believe in accountability, radical candor, and in playing as hard as we work (and we work hard). The right candidate for our team will not only meet the job qualifications but share similar values in the workplace.

*R&R is an inclusive caterer - Not only do we encourage candidates of any ethnicity, gender, age, religion, orientation, and/or ability to apply for this position but we are also committed to serving our diverse clientele base with equality, compassion and respect.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Charleston, SC 29414: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person