Catering Sales Assistant

Farmers Restaurant Group

Catering Sales Assistant supporting Farmers Restaurant Group's Catering and Events Sales Team with client inquiries and event organization. Ideal for those looking to build a career in event design, with hands-on exposure and growth opportunities.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in catering operations and logistics, with a focus on customer service and effective communication. Proficient in proposal drafting, event design, and managing client relationships to ensure successful event execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Catering OperationsEvent DesignProposal DraftingCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Catering LogisticsMenu CreationBilling ManagementA/R CollectionsEvent Support

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsTeam Player

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteCanvaCRM Module

Industry Keywords

Hospitality IndustryCatering ExperienceClient Follow-UpEvent ManagementMarketing Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Respond to inquiries with detailed information gathering and ensure timely follow-up
Handle and process drop-off catering orders, including follow-up and billing
Prepare for production meetings to ensure timely, complete, and accurate information is communicated to each department manager in advance
Create menu cards and other event-related materials
Source specialty items for events
Proposal drafting, menu creation, and event designing with routine revisions of outstanding proposals and follow-up with clients
Assist with billing and post-event follow-up with clients, outside vendors, and captains
Assist with marketing efforts to develop prospective client lists and participate in proactive outreach
Assist in managing deposits and A/R collections
Attend events and provide on-site support
Customer service, post-event follow-up phone calls, thank you notes
Maintain CRM module, ensuring follow-up and that information is accurate
Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree, or relevant hospitality/catering experience
1- 3+ years of experience in the hospitality industry
Strong understanding of catering operations and logistics
Passion for hospitality, entrepreneurial spirit
Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
Technical proficiency Microsoft Office suite, Canva, familiar with learning and onboarding to new software
Team player, interpersonal skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance plans available for as low as $150 per month after 30 days of employment
Dental and vision plans
Paid time off
$300 dining credit per month for Farmers Restaurant Group
Paid pregnancy and parental leave
Voluntary benefits: short-term disability and accident insurance
Free access to company massage therapist
Discounted gym & yoga membership
Free mental health therapy through our partner ComPsych, where employees and their immediate family members receive confidential sessions available virtually or in-person
Training and career growth opportunities
Free Employee Assistance Program