Catering Sales Manager

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid/Flexible)

Southern Cadence Cuisine is an award-winning luxury catering and event company specializing in unforgettable culinary experiences. We provide exceptional catering, private chef services, corporate events, weddings, social celebrations, and full-service event production throughout the Greater Houston area.

We're looking for a driven, well-connected hospitality sales professional who thrives on building relationships and closing high-value events.

The Catering Sales Executive is responsible for generating new catering business through networking, prospecting, referrals, venue partnerships, and relationship management.

This is an independent, commission-only position designed for experienced hospitality sales professionals who are confident in developing their own pipeline while representing a premium luxury brand.

• Generate qualified leads for corporate catering, weddings, galas, nonprofit events, private dinners, and social celebrations.
• Build relationships with event planners, venue managers, executive assistants, HR professionals, and community organizations.
• Attend networking events and represent Southern Cadence Cuisine professionally.
• Conduct sales calls and client consultations.
• Prepare proposals and collaborate with our culinary and operations teams to develop customized event experiences.
• Follow up with leads promptly and maintain consistent communication throughout the sales process.
• Meet monthly and quarterly sales goals.
• Maintain accurate records of prospects and sales activity within our CRM.
• Serve as a brand ambassador for Southern Cadence Cuisine.

• Minimum 3 years of hospitality or catering sales experience (required).
• Proven history of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
• Existing network within the Houston hospitality or corporate event market is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Professional appearance and polished presentation.
• Strong negotiation and closing abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Reliable transportation for client meetings and networking events.

Experience selling:

• Luxury catering
• Event venues
• Hotels
• Country clubs
• Wedding services
• Corporate event services
• Hospitality management
• Destination management companies (DMCs)

This is a 100% commission-based position
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Commission includes:

• Competitive percentage on booked and completed events
• Unlimited earning potential
• Performance bonuses available for top producers
• Additional incentives for developing long-term venue and corporate partnerships

(Commission structure will be discussed during the interview process.)

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Loves meeting people and creating lasting relationships.
• Is energized by networking and business development.
• Understands luxury hospitality and exceptional customer service.
• Has a passion for food, entertaining, and creating memorable events.
• Takes ownership of their success and enjoys the freedom of an entrepreneurial sales role.

• Represent one of Houston's premier luxury catering companies.
• Flexible schedule and autonomy.
• Support from an experienced culinary and event production team.
• Opportunity to build a substantial income with no earning cap.
• Be part of creating unforgettable experiences for clients across Houston.