Catering Sales Manager

Location - Midtown NYC

Who we are:

CUCINA 8 ½ is an upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Midtown NYC, We are an iconic New York City 400 seat estaurant/venue featuring two bars, lounge, 4 one-of-a-kind private dining rooms, soon to open executive dining center, wellness spa and outdoor cafe. We are centrally located alongside The Plaza Hotel, Fifth Avenue, Central Park, Radio City Music Hall and Carnegie Hall.

The Catering Sales Manager at Cucina 8½ :

We are looking for an experienced, results-oriented Catering Sales Manager to generate catering revenue through sales and marketing efforts. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Director of Operations. This is a sales-driven position. Tasks of this role will include:

• Negotiating all aspects of the catering sales contract including food & beverage pricing and other specific services
• Prospecting, cold calls/warm calls on a continuous basis, setting appointments with prospects, making sales presentations, closing sales
• Building and maintaining good relationship with clients
• Creating relations with hospitality professionals, businesses, hotels, etc
• Researching and pursuing new business development opportunities
• Attend industry events as they relate to potential business
• Generating punctual, accurate sales reports on a regular basis
• Assisting management in coordinating all front of house operations
  
  

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 2 to 5 years sales experience in hospitality, catering, or related field
• Ability to cultivate and maintain business relationships
• Solid organization and execution of marketing and networking initiatives
• Familiarity negotiating contracts for food and beverage, private parties
• Understanding of restaurant and catering operations, including staffing, rentals, logistics and decor required
• Existing relationships in hospitality industry and marketing
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• 5 -day work week - Closed on Sundays
• Quarterly performance bonus
• Growing organization
  
  

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