What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering and Event Sales Specialist position at Lupoli Companies?
We are searching for a charismatic, innovative and strategic salesperson with great attention to detail and excellent computer skills. This position will help drive the following revenue centers:
- Private Events & Catering for Sal’s Pizza
- Private Events & Catering for 34 Park Restaurant
- Private Events & Catering for BOSA Restaurant
- Field Rentals and Events for The Field at Riverwalk
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Respond to event sales leads to provide complete proposals and close the sale.
- Create event orders and communicate information to the events team.
- Create extensive, organized, leads database of wedding planners, event planners, businesses, sporting events, sports organizations, festivals, breweries, wineries, charity events, etc.
- Build door-to-door program to promote corporate catering and events.
- Submit weekly sales reports showing outgoing sales efforts and results.
- Consistently reach out to leads via email, phone and social media to introduce our private event options.
- Develop and send marketing emails, mailers, and flyers.
- Attend occasional events as needed.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent
- 1 years of experience in hospitality or sales for small business.
- Must have impeccable writing and communications skills, as well as excellence in Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience in Constant Contact, Wix and Canva also helpful.
- This individual should be an energetic, tech savvy, go-getter with some familiarity of the markets between Southern Maine and Southern Massachusetts.
- Customer service expertise.
- Candidate should be able to fully understand hospitality business model, customer base, and business processes.
- Should also be comfortable making daily calls and spending a lot of time at a computer.
- Robust organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, positive attitude, behavior, and appearance.
- Capability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of professionalism and self-motivation.
- Demonstrated commitment to compliance with all laws, regulations, and business ethics.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Lupoli Companies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting fairness and equity in all aspects of our employment practices.
Job Status: Full Time, On-Site
Competitive compensation (salary base plus commissions) and benefits package (401K, Health/Dental/Life/STD/Accident; paid holiday, vacation, sick and personal time). Free gym membership and other great perks!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $51,200.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $51,200