Catering Sales Specialist

Job description: About the Role Alonti Catering is seeking a highly organized, energetic, and customer-focused Catering Sales Specialist to support our Catering Sales Manager and General Manager in a fast-paced corporate catering environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on multitasking, enjoys communicating with customers, and takes pride in keeping operations organized and running smoothly. The right candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to make an immediate impact while supporting both sales growth and operational excellence. Success in this role means providing exceptional customer communication, maintaining strong attention to detail, supporting seamless daily operations, and helping create outstanding client experiences every day. A Day in the Life Schedule is Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. Start the day at 8:00 AM by managing email coverage and checking in with the Catering Sales Manager (CSM) and General Manager (GM) to align on priorities Enter catering orders accurately. Answer phones and manage email orders throughout the day Follow up on order details including payments, updates, and customer requests Assist with daily callbacks and report customer feedback to leadership Highlight first-time orders and support new customer outreach Perform data entry and market research as directed Prepare menus and marketing materials Support large events or take deliveries when needed Assist with coverage during Catering Sales Manager vacations or personal days Wrap up the day by forwarding communications to the Catering Sales Manager at 4:30 PM Additional Responsibilities (As Needed) Assist with tastings, proposals, rentals, and catering coach opportunities Support collateral drop-offs, blitzes, and local outreach Help cover day-to-day communication for the Catering Sales Manager and General Manager Contact new and existing customers as directed You'll Be Great in

This Role If You:

Are highly organized with strong attention to detail Communicate confidently and professionally with customers and team members Can successfully manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Are proactive, dependable, and solution-oriented Enjoy being part of a collaborative, team-driven culture Take pride in delivering excellent customer service and operational support Are comfortable balancing responsibilities across both sales and operations Take direction well and are comfortable reporting to multiple leaders Required Qualifications Experience with a CRM is required (HubSpot experience strongly preferred) Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and active insurance (occasional deliveries required) Ability to work on-site full time Professional, business-casual appearance What We Offer Competitive hourly pay ($28-$30 per hour) Paid holidays Sick time and vacation time Health insurance benefits 401(k) plan A collaborative team environment with room to grow About Alonti Catering For more than 50 years, Alonti Catering has been a leader in corporate catering, serving businesses across Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, and other growing markets. Our success is built on exceptional food, reliable execution, and outstanding customer service. We operate in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, and attention to detail matter every day. At Alonti, we believe great people drive great experiences, and we are committed to creating opportunities for growth and development within our organization.

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person