Restaurant Sales Manager
il y a 9 jours
Providence
Job Description Restaurant Private Event Sales Manager Location: Providence, RI Compensation: $50,000 – $85,000 per year Position Summary The Sales Manager is responsible for managing inquiries, tours, proposals, and contracts for private events across five Providence locations. This role focuses on driving sales revenue, nurturing client relationships, and ensuring each event delivers an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate is a proactive, service-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and excels at building business through creativity and relationship management. Primary Responsibilities Sales & Revenue Generation • Proactively source new business through cold calling, networking, referrals, and participation in industry events., • Conduct client meetings and venue tours to identify event needs and present customized private dining solutions., • Develop and negotiate contracts, pricing, and event details to ensure profitability while maintaining competitive standards., • Consistently meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales goals for private dining and catering services., • Collaborate with event managers and internal teams to design tailored event experiences, including menus, layouts, décor, and entertainment., • Build and maintain long-term client relationships by delivering seamless, high-quality event experiences., • Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities to enhance the guest experience and increase overall revenue., • Partner closely with kitchen, service, and operations teams to ensure events are executed efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standard. Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred)., • Proven negotiation and closing abilities., • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with prompt client responsiveness., • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM/POS platforms such as Tripleseat, OpenTable, or Toast., • Creative event planning and problem-solving capabilities., • Highly client-focused and service-driven., • Energetic, professional, and personable demeanor., • Self-motivated with a results-oriented sales mindset., • Schedule: Flexible; includes evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed., • Physical Demands: Must be able to move freely throughout multiple venues., • Competitive base salary plus bonuses and commissions tied to performance., • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. About the Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to represent a collection of premier dining and event venues in Providence. The Sales Manager plays a key role in driving business growth, ensuring client satisfaction, and contributing to the continued success and reputation of the organization. Seize this outstanding opportunity! Submit your up-to-date resume to michelleh@geckohospitality for immediate consideration. Company DescriptionGecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurant, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare food service, K-12 food service and higher education food service positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.