Sales Manager
Houston
Job Description Job Description Haywire is searching for our next great Event Sales Manager to introduce Haywire to Houston!
Company’s Comin’ and we’re looking for someone prepared to create elevated, memorable experiences for our guests! The Event Sales Manager is responsible for planning and executing all private dining and large party events. They are responsible for building business for the restaurant through direct and indirect sales techniques, including promotion and marketing at the restaurant level. The Sales Manager will be required to develop and maintain business relationships inside and outside the restaurant. This position also requires partnering with the Management Team and Chef de Cuisine to ensure each event is executed in a manner that exceeds guests’ expectations.
BENEFITS:
Competitive Salary
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Growth & Development Pathways
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Solicit, negotiate, and secure new business through relationship building with concierges, meeting planners, industry professionals, industry events, conventions, associations and meetings.
Maintain, utilize, and enhance a local area book of business to facilitate special event bookings and sales.
Prompt follow up with guest feedback.
Generate “thank you” notes to clients after functions to promote repeat business.
Continual guest communication around important dates and deadlines to ensure restaurant team has information necessary to execute a successful event (pricing, cut-off dates, introductions, payment authorization, menu detailing, guarantees, etc.).
Handle incoming phone inquiries and web inquiries from clients
Prepare proposal and contracts for clients
Follow up with clients during and after events
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.
2+ years of restaurant sales experience or similar position in this market required
Use of Tripleseat or similar sales software preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite
Proficiency with OpenTable or similar booking software preferred
Experience negotiating pricing within restaurant guidelines
Food and beverage knowledge a plus