Catering Sales Manager - Seattle Convention Center

ARAMARK • Seattle, WA • 2d ago

Job Description

The Catering Sales Manager, Seattle Convention Center, will work closely with the Sales Director to maintain convention, corporate, and social catering accounts to meet or exceed budgeted revenue goals and to ultimately aid in conducting a successful event.

The Sales Manager will be part of a team who sources, follows up and generates leads for selling functions at the Seattle Convention Center - Arch and Summit Buildings. This position is base salary and eligible for a local bonus, contingent on meeting metrics.

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $78,000 to $84,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits &Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

Specific to the property are opportunities to support large returning events as well as one time opportunities

Maintaining and developing current client relationships

Responding to customer inquiries

Developing proposals and contracts

Recognizing opportunities to maximize revenue opportunities by up-selling and offering enhancements to exceed client expectations

Working with event planners on property to manage the event's entire experience

Making outside calls to generate new catering business

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or related discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience

1-3 years in hospitality industry, with experience in catering or banquets preferred

Experience in a major convention, hotel, or large social market

Ability to work independently across two large facilities

Good organizational and presentation skills

Ability to effectively communicate with diverse clients and staff

Knowledge of menu planning and food presentation

Skilled in banquet and event service operations

Ability to balance multiple tasks while being creative and having a proactive approach to sales

Good communication and project management skills

Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure, while handling multiple projects in a fast paced environment

Strong attention to detail, organized, excellent time management skills

Demonstrated leadership qualities

Comfortable making decisions and negotiating

Able to take direction but also work independently

Focus on Guest service

Complete Washington State Food Handlers, ServSafe Manager, and Alcohol Service Certifications as required

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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