Restaurant Catering Sales Manager Location: Chicago Area & Suburbs We’re a locally owned restaurant group with a passion for fresh, high-quality food and genuine hospitality. As we expand our catering program, we’re looking for a Restaurant Catering Sales Manager who thrives on building relationships, driving sales, and creating memorable food experiences for schools, nonprofits, businesses, and community partners. What You’ll Do • Serve as the face of our catering brand in the community, building strong partnerships. • Generate new business through outreach, referrals, and networking. • Create customized catering proposals and close sales to meet revenue goals. • Collaborate with the culinary and operations teams to deliver seamless events. • Attend community events, fundraisers, and networking opportunities to showcase our catering offerings. • Track leads, sales activity, and client feedback to inform growth strategies. What We’re Looking For • 2+ years in catering sales, hospitality, community outreach, or event planning. • Valid driver's (travel between locations required) • Strong communication, networking, and presentation skills. • Highly organized and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects. • Passion for community engagement and representing a local brand. • Flexible availability, including some evenings and weekends. • Familiarity with CRM systems and Microsoft 365. Perks & Benefits • Competitive base salary + commission/bonus opportunities. • Health, dental, and vision insurance. • Paid time off and holidays. • Career growth potential within a respected, growing restaurant group. • The opportunity to connect with and give back to your community. If you’re ready to combine your love for hospitality, community, and sales, we’d love to meet you! JOB ID: 180324 #post Michael Curatolo