[Remote] Event & Catering Sales Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Village Tavern, Inc. seeks an independent contractor to sell private events and off-premise catering. The role handles incoming leads, promotes services to local businesses, manages the sales cycle, and coordinates with the event operations team.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will handle several leads that come in weekly from our Triple Seat Software that are then sent directly to your home office; you may make your own hours as long as leads are handled the same day
• Visit Salem and Northshore local businesses to explain about our services and distribute supporting handouts and promo matter
• Manage the entire sales cycle from the initial inquiry to post-party follow-up
• Communicate through software with the event operations team to ensure seamless execution and customer satisfaction

Skills

• Minimum 2 years' experience in event sales, or a similar role within the hospitality or events industry
• Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to event details
• Able to respond to leads same day regardless of time, day or weekend, within a reasonable time using preset letter templates that would be set up with your contacts
• Able to follow up within 24 hours with a phone call after sending them the initial letter template
• Proficiency in sales and Tripleseat software is a plus

Benefits

• Work mostly from home
• You may make your own hours as long as leads are handled the same day.
• 100% Commission structure: 5% to convert leads to events paid within 24 hours after event concludes; 10% for all new business brought in through Sales
• Opportunity to work with a respected Culinary Director and Professional Staff
• Supportive team environment with room for professional growth

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