Summary

Manages catering and events revenue, profit and guest satisfaction goals by negotiating business and executing new business opportunities with other internal departments and external constituents

Diversity and Inclusion

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Identifies and develops business opportunities through various means including making outside sales calls, conducting internet research, networking at local events, offering tours of the rental spaces, and attending trade shows
• Manages catering event reservations by preparing requests for proposal, booking business reservations, and finalizing billing
• Develops and implements sales strategies, creates marketing plans, and assists with new product development
• Responds to customer inquiries; develops and maintains internal and external relationships to enhance customer service and further university catering goals
• Prepares materials for periodic sales meetings and presents updates on catering and events sales activity
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of department budget
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Moderate amount of experience working in sales or other related experience
• Ability to work nights and weekends 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in catering

Please note: Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.