Event Planner

$45,000 - $55,000/Yr

It's Our Pleasure Hospitality

Full-time - Mid Level

About the position

The Event Planner position at a well-established high-end catering company involves managing catering sales for various events. The role requires a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at qualifying leads, and closing sales. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both social and corporate catering sales, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and managing multiple events effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering sales for events ranging from 20 to 450 people.
• Qualify leads and close sales effectively.
• Lead and manage a team to ensure successful event execution.
• Communicate effectively with clients through phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
• Organize and prioritize multiple events and tasks to achieve desired results.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in social and corporate catering sales.
• Strong business communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven sales skills with a track record of closing deals.
• Detail-oriented and organized with a high sense of urgency.

Nice-to-haves

• 1 year of customer service experience preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off