Catering Sales Manager - Chicago, IL, United States - Miru

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About US:
Miru, Japanese for view, is located on the 11th floor of the St.

Regis Chicago, with a menu featuring sushi, sashimi and raw selections from the sushi bar, complimented by sharable dishes like tempura, skewers and fried rice, as well as a robust wagyu and seafood section.

Overview:

Miru is Hiring Now:

CATERING SALES MANAGER

Lettuce Entertain You is looking for a
CATERING SALES MANAGER with 2 years of catering sales experience in a restaurant environment.

Lettuce is a culinary-driven company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 100+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring.

If you're ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

Some of Our Catering Sales Manager Benefits:
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Paid Time Off
401(k)

Responsibilities:
Manage the restaurant's catering and events to ensure an exceptional guest and employee experience
Develop and maintain a Lettuce client list using various techniques including but not limited to prospecting and cold calls
Develop and write catering proposals, contracts and event orders; schedule catering events in online system; respond to client and guest questions; and work toward achieving sales goals
Attend tastings and meetings, and collaborate with General Manager and Chef to develop catering menus
Cultivate and maintain a list of preferred vendors
Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals
Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all catering team employees as needed
Understand and assist as needed with in-house audio visual equipment as needed
Model and promote teamwork across all teams
Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications:
2+ years of catering sales management experience
Skilled in developing guest rapport

Salary Range:
USD $60, USD $100,000.00 /Yr.