Culinary Creations Catering & Events is a premier Kansas City catering company specializing in weddings, corporate events, and private chef experiences. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, upscale menus, and unforgettable events. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a driven and personable Sales Associate / Event Coordinator to join our team.
Position Overview
The Sales Associate / Event Coordinator will be responsible for generating new business, managing client relationships, and ensuring seamless execution of catered events. This hybrid role requires strong sales skills, exceptional customer service, and the ability to coordinate event details from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
- Proactively identify and pursue new catering opportunities (weddings, corporate, private events).
- Build and maintain strong relationships with venues, vendors, and corporate partners.
- Respond promptly to client inquiries, prepare proposals, and close sales.
- Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales goals.
Event Coordination
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients once booked.
- Plan and coordinate all event details, including menus, timelines, and staffing needs.
- Work with culinary and operations teams to ensure accurate event execution.
- Attend select events as on-site coordinator to ensure client satisfaction.
Administrative & Reporting
- Maintain accurate client records in CRM system.
- Track sales performance and report regularly to management.
- Assist with marketing initiatives, tastings, and bridal/corporate showcases.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or event sales preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-first mindset.
- Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable with sales targets.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Compensation
Base plus commission with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunities for growth within a fast-growing catering company.
Flexible work from home options available.
Culinary Creations
by Chef Eric Rodricks
Serving fresh, delicious food, crafted to the highest standards and using the finest ingredients, will always be at the heart of what we do. As led by Chef Eric Rodricks, a twenty-year service industry veteran who has done it all, from tending bar to leading the kitchens in some of Kansas City’s finest dining establishments, our commitment to our food – and our customers, is second to none.
We also hold a great belief in the value of culinary innovation and flexibility. We love to listen to our clients, hear all about their needs and wants and their tweak of vision to better suit theirs, rather than forcing them to conform to what we might think is ‘right’.
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