Description
We are currently interviewing for positions at two new venues opening in NYC and Englewood Cliffs NJ.
- Sells event spaces within the bar and restaurant
- Write and finalizes contracts
- Establishes, develops and maintains positive business relationships on behalf of Kellari Group with both new and existing clients
- Works closely with both the Front of House Managers and Executive Chef to coordinate the events
- Managing sales and liaising with existing and potential clients
- Proven history of guest service success that clearly showcases and understanding of both guest and sales growth
- Sell and negotiate pricing, that is within the agreed upon guidelines, for events
- Performs marketing and sales pitches to sell and prospect repeat and new group catering/sales business as directed by the Director of Special Events
- Work closely with the Director of Special Events to determine yearly budget and sales goals
- Greets clients at all events to ensure a smooth transition and welcome
- Coordinate events and ensure superb event execution
- Contacts both FOH and BOH daily (written and verbal) to discuss group specifications, arrival, departure, function services, etc.
- Strong communication with Management Team
- Assist Operations Management in overseeing events and providing support as needed
- Maintains accurate reports and follows up in a timely manner with internal and external requests
- Ensure professionalism of all materials received by clients
- Must have complete knowledge of all the items the restaurant and bar has to offer (food, beverages, specials) and its components (décor, room specifications, equipment)
- Able to answer questions about ingredients and allergies, preparation, description of the menu items
- Knowledge of all table numbers and layouts
- Respect for fellow employees and guests
- Reaches bends or stoops to assist set up or during service
- Verbally communicates with guests/potential clients in person and on the phone during the entire shift
- May carry 20 lbs., removing chairs, moving tables, highchair for BEO’s
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: :
- Proficient with Tripleseat
- Prospect, create relationships and close sales
- Language Skills - fluency in English, both written and verbal, is necessary to perform the job
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Tripleseat, Mailchimp proficient
- Knowledge and experience in Restaurant and Bar special Events/Catering sales necessary
- Strong Sales and Negotiation skills
- Exceptional Customer Service skills
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Generate and make meaningful proposals to clients
- Identify and deliver on ideas that will provide better return on investment for meetings and events and/or efficiencies that will improve profitability
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses/certifications
- Creates and prepares Banquet Event Orders (BEO) in accordance to Haswell Green's financial and operational guidelines
- Must maintain tact and remain cool under pressure
We are currently interviewing for positions at two new venues opening in NYC and Englewood Cliffs NJ.
- Sells event spaces within the bar and restaurant
- Write and finalizes contracts
- Establishes, develops and maintains positive business relationships on behalf of Kellari Group with both new and existing clients
- Works closely with both the Front of House Managers and Executive Chef to coordinate the events
- Managing sales and liaising with existing and potential clients
- Proven history of guest service success that clearly showcases and understanding of both guest and sales growth
- Sell and negotiate pricing, that is within the agreed upon guidelines, for events
- Performs marketing and sales pitches to sell and prospect repeat and new group catering/sales business as directed by the Director of Special Events
- Work closely with the Director of Special Events to determine yearly budget and sales goals
- Greets clients at all events to ensure a smooth transition and welcome
- Coordinate events and ensure superb event execution
- Contacts both FOH and BOH daily (written and verbal) to discuss group specifications, arrival, departure, function services, etc.
- Strong communication with Management Team
- Assist Operations Management in overseeing events and providing support as needed
- Maintains accurate reports and follows up in a timely manner with internal and external requests
- Ensure professionalism of all materials received by clients
- Must have complete knowledge of all the items the restaurant and bar has to offer (food, beverages, specials) and its components (décor, room specifications, equipment)
- Able to answer questions about ingredients and allergies, preparation, description of the menu items
- Knowledge of all table numbers and layouts
- Respect for fellow employees and guests
- Reaches bends or stoops to assist set up or during service
- Verbally communicates with guests/potential clients in person and on the phone during the entire shift
- May carry 20 lbs., removing chairs, moving tables, highchair for BEO’s
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: :
- Proficient with Tripleseat
- Prospect, create relationships and close sales
- Language Skills - fluency in English, both written and verbal, is necessary to perform the job
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Tripleseat, Mailchimp proficient
- Knowledge and experience in Restaurant and Bar special Events/Catering sales necessary
- Strong Sales and Negotiation skills
- Exceptional Customer Service skills
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Generate and make meaningful proposals to clients
- Identify and deliver on ideas that will provide better return on investment for meetings and events and/or efficiencies that will improve profitability
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses/certifications
- Creates and prepares Banquet Event Orders (BEO) in accordance to Haswell Green's financial and operational guidelines
- Must maintain tact and remain cool under pressure
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