Catering Sales Manager
Terry Black's Barbecue
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Austin • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Identify and secure new catering clients through innovative sales strategies and community engagement
- Focus on booking onsite events at our venue and coordinating offsite catering services for external locations
- Cultivate lasting relationships with repeat customers to drive loyalty and consistent business growth
- Represent Terry Black’s Barbecue at networking events, industry expos, and community functions
- Develop tailored catering proposals and finalize contracts to balance client satisfaction and profitability
- Collaborate with clients to craft customized barbecue menus and coordinate event logistics for both onsite and offsite events
- Mentor and guide the catering team to deliver outstanding customer experiences consistently
- Track catering sales performance and provide actionable insights to leadership
Requirements
- Proven track record in catering sales or high-volume event management, ideally within the barbecue or restaurant industry
- Expertise in cultivating client relationships and negotiating contracts
- Strong leadership and organizational abilities
- Proficiency with Triple Seat or other CRM platforms for managing client relationships and event details
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving aptitude and the ability to adapt under pressure
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Opportunities for professional growth within an iconic barbecue brand
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
catering salesevent managementcontract negotiationclient relationship management
Soft Skills
leadershiporganizational abilitiescommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingadaptability