We are hiring for an EVENTS SALES MANAGER
for a growing restaurant and hospitality group in Manhattan, with tons of room for growth.

Please email us at:
[email protected]

Salary:
$75/85K base
+3% commission paid out quarterly
+Bonus
+ Full benefits

Event Sales Manager

Job Summary

The Events Sales Manager provides business development to the Sales Department through targeted market outreach for specific venues, as well as develops and maintains community and client relations. Performs special projects as assigned.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Directly support and assist the Director of Event Sales
• Assume the role of lead event salesperson for all Southern California C3 locations, as well as event sales for other brands/locations as necessary.
• Complex calendaring including but not limited to the shared calendar; administrative support, event scheduling; holds, confirmations with venue and book-its
• Voicemail follow-up and rolling calls as needed
• Inputting and updating contacts
• Assisting with general sales outreach - including but, not limited to correspondence, thank you notes, emails, etc.
• Monitor and filter inbound sales leads and assist with the sales team
• Preparing and sending out sales packages, menus updates and sales collateral, etc.
• Special projects as assigned including sales and execution of smaller events
• Accounting Support in regard to updating invoices, deposits, final payments and book-it’s
• Track status of payments made for all events with Sales Manager, making copies for accounting for event files as well as sending receipts to clients
• Weekly Distribution of SEOs, staffing requests, and all necessary information for the operations meeting. Weekly attendance of events, marketing & GM meeting is mandatory
• Plan and assist in executing all booked events with the ability to manage client’s expectations
• Maintain department files
• Develop working relationships with all clients, BOH, operations, staff, valet and vendors
• Assist with the creation of private event sales kits and collateral to drive revenue and promotions
• Provide onsite and logistical support for marketing and sales events

Competencies

• Individual must be personable, organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills a must (Outlook, Excel, Word, general databases)
• Emphasis in math skills for accounting assistance
• Flexible with respect to the demands and hours needed in this role and be willing and able to work evenings and weekends to support the Special Events team is a must.
• Must exhibit the ability to plan, prioritize and demonstrate exceptional follow-up skills.
• Must be courteous, persuasive, client focused, professional and positive at all times.

Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in database organization
• Basic understanding of legal contract language