Catering and Events Manager

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION : CATERING AND EVENTS MANAGER

SUBORDINATES : REPORTS TO : OWNER

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Manages all operating aspects of the existing and new off site catering and in-house catering plus onsite events.

• Provide monthly forecast and annual budget
• Evaluate every catering business and event opportunity to maximize revenue and profitability while achieving customer expectations.
• Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all catering areas including events.
• Assist in the development and implementation of effective marketing plans for generating catering and event revenues.
• Participate in the research the competition's products, services and pricing and use it to develop strategic business plans.
• Conduct sales to a variety of market segments.
• Consistently book repeat business by having a track record of long-term client relationships.
• Actively participate in industry related organizations
• Provide restaurant site inspections and client presentations.
• Participate in trade shows and sales blitzes.