Catering Sales Manager

About US Arriving in Nashville from Chicago, Sushi-san will be serving up the freshest fish seven days a week. The menu from Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan will feature signature maki, handrolls, San-Sets, nigiri and sashimi along with Sizzling Rice, binchotan robata grilled dishes and more. Along with a robust sake-by-the-glass list and blast chilled beer, guests will dine to the tunes of golden-era hip-hop. This will be the fourth location of Sushi-san and first Sushi-san location outside of Chicago. Overview Sushi-san Nashville is

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CATERING SALES MANAGER!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for a Catering Sales Manager with 2-5+ years of catering sales experience. This role is ideal for someone who knows the Nashville market, thrives on relationship-building, and is excited to help establish and expand our presence in a new city. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.

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Competitive Salary + Commission Structure Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation 401(k) Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance Domestic Partner Benefits Restaurant Discounts Employee Assistance Program - focusing on a commitment to mental health & wellness Why Work With Lettuce? Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you're ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today! We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify Responsibilities Manage the restaurant's catering and events to ensure an exceptional guest and employee experience Develop and maintain a Lettuce client list using various techniques including but not limited to prospecting and cold calls Develop and write catering proposals, contracts and event orders; schedule catering events in online system; respond to client and guest questions; and work toward achieving sales goals Attend tastings and meetings, and collaborate with General Manager and Chef to develop catering menus Cultivate and maintain a list of preferred vendors Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all catering team employees as needed Understand and assist as needed with in-house audio visual equipment as needed Model and promote teamwork across all teams Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds Qualifications 3-5+ years of catering sales, events, or hospitality sales experience Skilled in developing guest rapport Strong knowledge of the Nashville market and local business/community connections Proven ability to generate leads, build client relationships, and grow revenue Experience coordinating corporate events, social events, and large-group dining Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through Self-starter mentality with the ability to build in a new and growing market Passion for hospitality and guest experience Salary Range USD $55,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.