DescriptionWe are seeking a dynamic, motivated, and customer-focused Sales Executive / Associate to join our team in the catering and events industry.
The ideal candidate will have experience in catering, hotels, hospitality, or event management, with a strong understanding of weddings, corporate functions, social gatherings, and large-scale events. We are open to candidates at different levels of experience, depending on their background, skills, and ability to grow within the role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and supporting the sales process from the initial inquiry through event execution. You will work closely with our operations, culinary, and service teams to ensure that client requirements are clearly communicated and events are delivered to a high standard.
This role is ideal for someone who is sales-driven, organized, confident in dealing with clients, and passionate about the catering and events industry.
Responsibilities
- * Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to generate sales and repeat business.
- Handle inquiries and sales opportunities for weddings, corporate functions, social gatherings, private events, and large-scale events.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, market outreach, and existing client relationships.
- Conduct client meetings, site visits, and presentations to showcase the company's catering services and event capabilities.
- Understand client requirements and recommend suitable menus, packages, and event solutions based on their needs and budget.
- Prepare customized proposals, quotations, and event packages.
- Follow up consistently with prospective and existing clients to convert inquiries into confirmed business.
- Coordinate with kitchen, operations, service, dispatch, and other internal teams to ensure client requirements are clearly communicated and properly executed.
- Maintain accurate records of client information, proposals, contracts, event details, and follow-ups.
- Support the planning and coordination of events to ensure a smooth experience for the client.
- Maintain a high level of customer service throughout the sales and event-planning process.
- Address client concerns and resolve any issues professionally and efficiently.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and client preferences to identify potential sales opportunities.
- Represent the company professionally at exhibitions, networking events, venue visits, and industry functions.
- Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to the overall growth of the catering and events business.
Requirements
- * Previous experience in sales, catering, hospitality, hotel, banquet, or event management is preferred.
- Experience in weddings, events, or large-scale functions is highly preferred.
- Candidates with 3+ years of relevant sales/event experience may be considered for the Sales Executive level.
- Candidates with less experience but strong potential, communication skills, and a genuine interest in sales and events may be considered for the Sales Associate level.
- Strong understanding of catering, hospitality, food service, and event coordination.
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
- Confident and professional when dealing with clients.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and event days when required.
- Professional appearance, positive attitude, and a customer-focused approach.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is proactive, energetic, organized, and commercially minded, with the ability to build trust with clients and turn inquiries into successful business opportunities.
The level of the position (Sales Executive or Sales Associate) will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and overall suitability for the role.
