Job description

Beyond Catering | 6833 Roosevelt Rd. Berwyn, IL.

Under the direction of the Sales Director, Event Sales Executive is responsible for building and increasing catering sales for Beyond Catering and Events by developing relationships with clients, event planners, and venues. The Event Sales Executive is expected to be a trusted partner who is passionate about sales, the food & beverage industry, and has a strong work ethic.

Benefits:

• Competitive Base Wage
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Restaurant & Catering Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle incoming leads from various sources, website, recommendations, existing clients, etc.
• Develop and grow new leads provided by self-motivation, and networking.
• Explore all major events and activities throughout the market to identify sales opportunities
• Explore and solicit indoor and outdoor venues for inclusion on preferred catering vendor lists
• Plan menus and events through event proposals with customers
• Maintain customer database and event files.
• Maintain on-going contact with catering customers through thank you letters, follow-up calls, seeking feedback on catering orders and requesting referrals
• Utilize reports to track customers, sales, projected sales, new business opportunities, etc. and analyze sales trends to maximize sales results.
• Keep management abreast of progress through logs, attending weekly meetings and scheduling events in event calendar

Qualifications:

• 3 years experience in Chicago market in sales or sales management preferably in off-premise catering
• Must have Food & Beverage Industry experience
• Excellent customer and hospitality skills, ability to interpret client’s needs.
• Ability to plan and execute events, working with clients and the BCE team.
• Solid business judgment and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented, logical, analytical, and methodological in approach to event planning
• Self-starter with proven sales track record.
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and the Internet.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Beyond Events reserves the right at its sole discretion to amend its policies, programs and/or guidelines, including the contents of this job description, at any time without prior notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Berwyn, IL 60402: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Catering: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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