Catering Sales & Event Planning Manager at Rich Products Corporation

Richs also known as Rich Products Corporation is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza appetizers and specialty toppings our products are used in homes restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice retail in-store bakery deli and prepared foods among others. Working in 100 locations globally with annual sales exceeding $4billion Richs is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. RichsInfinite Possibilities. One Family.Purpose Statement The Catering Sales & Event Planning Manager is one of two positions that will promote sell design and manage events at The Powerhouse by The Rich Entertainment Group. This individual will actively generate sales leads through direct sales efforts manage new client relationships revenue management and work closely with all CFS departments to deliver a positive customer experience.Key Accountabilities and Outcomes SalesRespond to inquiries that come in through the Website and Schedule & Execute Venue ToursCreate Proposals when required/requestedDrive profits by collaborating on creating innovative & unique upsell itemsProvide exceptional customer serviceBuild & maintain relationships with key clientsContinuously work towards reducing cost and increasing profitsCo-contributor to analyze & formulate annual A.O.P.Stay up to date on all current event trendsManagementManage events day ofOversee & develop Event CoordinatorsEvent Planning/ExecutionMeet with booked clients to plan all event detailsConceptualize new designs execute and train others to executeKey contributor for custom menu planningCo-lead capital purchaserCreate floor plans for eventsBook talent including musicians bands and disc jockeys if requiredContact clients update and confirm details to finalize BEOs (Banquet Event Orders)Schedule and execute wedding ceremony rehearsals and day of executionCoordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are metManage correspondenceCoordinate event logisticsGeneralFormulate and adhere to set budgetPrepare presentationsKnowledge Skills and Experience Bachelors degree in business or Event Management preferred; HS Diploma required.5 - 7 years Foodservice/Catering Experience3 - 5 years of supervisory experience3 - 5 years of outside sales experienceExperience with developing creative menu selectionsStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint Excel Word Teams)Highly professional demeanorDemonstrated ability to problem solve in a fast paced time sensitive environmentStrong organizational & time management skillsStrong knowledge of all catering equipment and usageStrong planning and organizational skillsDemonstrated exceptional customer service skillsStrong leadership communication and team management skillsCreative and innovative event presentation skillsSelf-motivatedKnowledge of wine & food pairingUnrestricted Drivers License#CORP123#LI-LE1#WomenmfgCOMPENSATIONIn accordance with state law the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates (Richs) reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience knowledge skills abilities shift differential and location.Annual Range/Hourly Rate$62354.00-$62354.00Rich Products Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates (Richs) are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race color religion sex national origin disability military or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Richs. Please contact Richs Associate Experience Network at if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Facilities Management,ABAP,Data Mining,Jni,BI,Db2 Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 62354 - 62354