Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: LifeCare Alliance - The Levee Event Center - Columbus , OH, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, Job Purpose: - The Catering Sales Associate drives new business development, nurtures client relationships, manages event contracts, and ensures a seamless customer experience from first contact through the final event. Key Responsibilities: - Actively pursue new catering clients. - Conduct in-person visits, presentations, follow-up meetings, and outreach events to grow LA Caterings' client base. - Build strong relationships with event coordinators and wedding planners to help develop sales for onsite Event Center.Qualifications: Required Education: - High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education: - Associate degree in Business, Hospitality, Food Service, or a related field strongly preferred; long-term sales experience in a related field will be considered. Required Experience: - Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering, food service sales, event planning, or related customer service roles. - Proven track record of successfully developing new business and maintaining client relationships. Required Skills and Abilities: - Ability to perform manual tasks, including event setup, teardown, and lifting. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with clients and industry professionals. - Demonstrated ability to conduct in-person visits, presentations, follow-up meetings, and outreach events. - Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. - Proficiency in using sales and customer relationship management software. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.