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Plate Restaurant Group

Special Events Sales Coordinator

Plate Restaurant Group, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101


Special Events Sales Coordinator

Position Overview :We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Entry-Level Special Events Sales Coordinator for ourhigh-end Italian restaurant group, which features three luxurious event spaces and offerspremium catering and banquet services. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales, orfood service experience, and the ability to manage relationships with clients to generaterevenue through events and catering.

Key Responsibilities :

- Proactively seek out new business opportunities through B2B sales, networking, and client outreach.

- Develop and maintain relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and localbusinesses. - Attend local events, and community functions to promote our event spaces and catering services. - Create customized event proposals for clients, including menu selections and event logistics.

- Oversee event planning from booking to execution, ensuring a seamless client experience. - Work closely with restaurant management and kitchen staff to ensure flawless eventexecution. - Maintain accurate records of all sales activities, leads, and client interactions in the CRMsystem.

- Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and revenue goals. - Conduct site tours and tastings for prospective clients to showcase event spaces and offerings. -Works closely with the Private Events Sales Manager to ensure the successful execution of allevents.

Qualifications :

- 1+ years of sales experience, ideally in event planning, hospitality, or food service.

- Ability to generate new leads, close sales, and build long-term client relationships. - Knowledge of the food service industry, particularly in high-end dining. - Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to travel for client meetings and events as needed. - Knowledge of CRM systems and sales tracking tools.

Perks & Benefits :

- Competitive salary plus commission structure. - Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

- Employee discounts on dining and events.

If you're a self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionateabout Italian cuisine and event planning, we invite you to apply and become part of our exceptional team.