Business Development

JOB TITLE :  Business Development

DEPARTMENT :             Commissary and Operations

SUPERVISOR :               TBD

FLSA STATUS :             Exempt

If you are looking for a position where you can excel; where you can flex your Business Development and Consultant skills with autonomy & professionalism, then we would like to speak with you!

WHO ARE WE?

Founded in 2000, Sushi Maki is the award-winning leader in Japanese cuisine, offering premium-quality fare and relaxed dining atmospheres throughout South Florida.   Passionate about providing the freshest and finest-quality sushi, Sushi Maki maintains uncompromising standards while putting a modern spin on the traditional sushi experience.  Further, Sushi Maki is a leader in wholesale sushi to the hotel, country club and catering community here in South Florida.  Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the brand is just getting started and has plans for continued expansion.  Its leadership has a lofty vision and expects continued success over the coming years in new markets and channels.

WHAT DO WE STAND FOR?

We deeply believe in creating connection and experience through family, food, fun – and a true passion for better eating and living.  Our Core Values are :

Commit to Care

Lead Through Service

Be Open and Honest

Pursue Improvement

Celebrate the Good

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

Apart from all the traditional responsibilities of a commissioned Sales Professional in the Hospitality Industry, other important duties are listed below.

Fielding and managing Catering and Wholesale Sales Function include :

Day time calls from wholesale and retail clients by providing information, pricing, and proposals.

Manage existing client relationships through phone and email communication.

Coordinate logistical planning with marketing and restaurant & catering operational departments for all offsite venue catering events.

Generate estimates and invoices using Restaurant 365.

Assist with catering delivery and set-up when necessary

Generate event catering packing lists and event flow schedules

Collecting and keeping track of all deposits and balances on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.

Request Resale Certificates and / or Customer Credit Applications from new accounts as well as setting up payment mode and schedule.

Help with Accounts Receivable by sending Statement of Open Invoices or Outstanding Balance to wholesale clients.

Oversee event calendar and work closely with production manager to ensure communication between various departments.

Lead order execution with interior resources including catering coordinator, restaurant & commissary venues to schedule production, delivery, pick-up and set up.

What We Offer :

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.

STD / LTD and Life Insurance

401(k) program

Long-term career development opportunities

Disclaimer :

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation.  As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.  “We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.”

By applying you declare that you have read and understand the job requirements for the Position.

WHO SUCCEDS HERE?

All Sushi Maki team members share one thing in common; they’re A-Players, that like to deliver excellence while being surrounded by other A-Players. The bar is proudly high, and our people love to raise it further.  In addition, the candidate will have :

1-2 years of experience in hospitality sales or service

Well organized, detail oriented with excellent follow up

Be a “quick study” and a “self-starter” who is willing to go the extra mile and guide individual efforts.

Strong administrative skill set and ability to handle a full workload

Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft office – word, excel, PowerPoint.  Experience with Restaurant 365 and Intuit Quickbooks a plus!

Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present and lead conversations confidently at senior levels of an organization.

Ability to respond appropriately to both positive feedback and constructive criticism.

Excellent people, time, and project management skills

Nice to Haves : Enjoy eating sushi

Preferred Languages : English, Spanish.  (Chinese helpful)

Work experience in the hospitality industry

Familiarity with Salesforce (or similar ERP platform)