Catering Sales Manager - Aventura Catering Phoenix Convention Center

Job Description

The Catering Sales Manager, Aventura Catering at the Phoenix 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. This position is base salary and eligible for a local monthly commission, contingent on meeting metrics.  

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. ?

Job Responsibilities

• Maintaining and developing current client relationships; opportunities to support large returning events as well as one time opportunities 
• 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

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor?s degree in hospitality management or related discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 1 year in the hospitality industry, with experience in catering sales
• Experience in a hotel or large event venue
• 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  

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.