Now Hiring - Crooked Hammock Brewery - Group Sales Coordinator in Raleigh, NC

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Group Sales Coordinator Job Description Summary of Position: The Group Sales Coordinator for Crooked Hammock Brewery is a key driver of growth, hospitality, and community connection, especially as we prepare to open our newest location in Raleigh in Spring 2026! This role sits at the heart of our quickly expanding brand, bringing energy, creativity, and a passion for people to every interaction. The Group Sales Coordinator will lead the charge on all things sales and group dining, creating memorable experiences for guests while building strong, lasting relationships throughout the local Raleigh market. They will serve as the link between the Hammock and the community--cultivating partnerships, identifying outreach opportunities, and helping Crooked Hammock become a beloved, go-to destination from day one. This person brings enthusiasm, hustle, and a love for connecting with others. Their work will help drive revenue, elevate brand visibility, and cement our presence in the Triangle through genuine engagement and hospitality-first sales strategy. *Duties & Responsibilities: * Seek and procure ongoing group sales & sales opportunities through phone calls, visits, inquiries, and networking with local businesses and surrounding areas * Welcome and greet in-coming private event guest enquiries; * Proactively network; attend networking and industry events * Negotiate with client to achieve maximum profit while satisfying guest needs * Develop client base through prospecting, neighborhood outreach and lead generation; * Coordinate with Operations and Culinary team to create accurate Booking Event Order (BEO) forms; * Support in the development of Revenue Yield Management sales and Free-Sell policy; * Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure consistent messaging between Sales & Marketing, * Operations and Culinary departments. * Create and manage a database of contacts & leverage professional networking tools and relationships to grow the Hammock brand and increase the number of opportunities presented to us * Enforce standards of uniform, punctuality and hygiene * Be a team leader and delegate to staff as needed * Create and maintain event timelines and be accountable for all catering aspects of the event * Obtain payments and gratuities and process appropriately * Live as a brand ambassador for the Hammock and make decisions in the best interest of the company at all times Qualifications:* * 2+ years' sales experience in a hospitality setting * College degree preferred but not required; combination of education/experience may be considered * Strong interpersonal communication skills required * Must be organized, punctual, reliable and efficient * Must possess ability to meet deadlines * Superb customer service skills with demonstrated ability to lead a group * Must possess valid driver's license and be eligible to work in the United States * Must have a hospitality soul with passion, strong communication & organizational skills Compensation:**This position offers an uncapped earning structure, paying a base hourly rate ($20-22/hr) plus commission, and awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe! * Benefits for salaried team - PTO & vacation, health insurance & wellness resources * Paid time off & perks for full time hourly employees * Unlimited growth potential with vast career opportunities * Travel & adventure opportunities * Team events & outings * Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts * Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship * Food, beverage & retail discounts * Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness ...and tons more! We're firm believers in working & playing hard and we want to find people who share that same passion with us, so if that sounds like your kind of vibe, apply to join our team today!