Catering Sales Associate - Outside Sales

LIFECARE ALLIANCE • Columbus, OH

1d • $42,000 - $42,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Job Purpose: - The Catering Sales Associate drives new business development, nurtures client relationships, manages event contracts, and ensures a seamless customer experience from first contact through the final event.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering, food service sales, event planning, or related customer service roles
• Ability to perform manual tasks, including event setup, teardown, and lifting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building and maintaining client relationships
• Proficiency in conducting in-person visits, presentations, and follow-up meetings
• Capable of organizing and managing outreach events to expand client base
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail for managing event contracts and ensuring a seamless customer experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Actively pursue new catering clients to expand the business.
• Conduct in-person visits, presentations, follow-up meetings, and outreach events to grow LA Catering's client base.
• Build strong relationships with event coordinators and wedding planners to help develop sales for onsite Event Center.
• Manage event contracts and coordinate with clients to ensure all requirements are met.
• Collaborate with the internal team to ensure a seamless execution of events.
• Maintain a high level of customer service to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Perform manual tasks, including event setup, teardown, and lifting, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED