Catering Sales Specialist

Company Information:

Headquartered in Palm Desert, CA, Daily Grill Concepts is a national restaurant company with 5 restaurants in California and Texas, as well as a catering location. The Company boasts 2 different, yet complimentary brands, spanning the spectrum from Upscale Casual Daily Grill to the hip and trendy Public School Gastro Pubs. First Class Catering is a division of Daily Grill Concepts and is based out of Palm Desert.

First Class Catering Service is looking for a highly motivated Catering Sales Specialist who loves building relationships, closing sales, and creating exceptional client experiences. If you’re driven by goals, enjoy talking with people, and want to be rewarded for your performance, we want to hear from you.

This is a sales-focused position with opportunities to earn additional income by assisting at catered events.

Job Responsibilities:

• Your primary responsibility is generating revenue and booking events.

• Respond quickly to incoming leads by phone, email, and online inquiries.

• Build relationships with prospective clients and guide them through the booking process.

• Prepare customized catering proposals and close sales.

• Follow up with least quickly and consistently to maximize bookings.

• Meet or exceed monthly sales goals.

• Maintain accurate client records and event information.

• Coordinate event details with clients and the operations team.

• Assist with general office duties as needed.

• Help load and unload catering vehicles before and after events.

Job Requirements:

• Must have an open availability including weekends and holidays

• Strong multi-tasking ability, with the ability to work well under pressure

• Positive and Professional Attitude

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Must present a Food Handlers card within 30 days of hire

• Must be able to walk, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and twist for 4-12 hours/day

• Must be able to push, pull, or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• A proven track record in sales, hospitality, or customer service.

• Is confident on the phone and in person.

• Loves closing deals and isn’t afraid to ask for the sale.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple clients at once.

• Has excellent communication and follow-up skills.

• Is self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Benefits include:

*Competitive hourly wage based on experience

* Performance-based bonuses and opportunities for sales incentives

*Additional income available by working catered events

*Paid training

*Growth opportunities within a successful and expanding catering company

*Flexible scheduling

*On-Demand Pay with Tapcheck

*Training and the opportunity to grow within the company and beyond

*Positive company culture focused on development of our team members

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• 401(k)
• Paid training