Event & Catering Sales Manager

Join the XRG Team:
Where Passion for Hospitality Meets Limitless Opportunities!

At Xperience Restaurant Group (XRG), our foundation is built on the unwavering dedication of team members who exude a relentless passion for hospitality. We have set our standards high, never settling for anything less than the extraordinary, because at XRG, we believe in delivering not just meals but unforgettable eXperiences. If you're one of those individuals, we invite you to join our XRG Team!

• Competitive Pay and Bonus potential: Your hard work deserves recognition. We believe in rewarding excellence.
• Unique Culture: Our Core Values set us apart, making the XRG culture truly unmatched. Join the #XRGFam and eXperience the difference.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) match* - because your well-being matters.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We thrive on promoting from within, fostering #Xperience Real Growth  for every team member.
• Professional Development Reimbursement Program: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the joy of being part of the XRG team with others.
• Safety & Compliance
  
  Incentives:
  
  Your well-being is our priority. Benefit from our Safety and Compliance Incentive Program as we maintain a secure and compliant work environment.
• Free Food: Enjoy monthly Meal Card allowances to use at any of our locations/brands.
• Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with paid vacation time. Your well-deserved breaks are essential to your productivity and overall happiness.
• Sick Time: Offered in eligible states (CA, CO, AZ, MA, MD, WA, NY, NV, IL), we've got you covered with paid sick leave.
• Financial Well-Being: Exclusive Credit Union Benefits, including Checking/Savings, Loans, and Financial Education.
• Partner Perks: Unlock discounted rates on theme parks, travel, apparel, sports tickets, and more!
• Life Beyond Work: Embrace additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal services, and much more!

Join XRG, where every team member is a valued part of our journey. Discover a workplace that goes beyond expectations, a place where your passion meets endless possibilities. Certified Top Workplaces- 7 years running!

The Event Sales Manager is responsible to meet or exceed company budgeted sales goals by identifying and soliciting new business relationships and maintaining established relationship to produce cost beneficial events for the restaurant.

· Experience in catering and events sales in the Texas market, with a rolodex of previously booked business contacts, along with ties to the local community.

· Solicit private/corporate events for 6 Texas restaurant locations to meet or exceed budgeted sales goals.

· Respond to incoming leads in a timely and professional manner.

· Consult with clients to determine the objectives and requirements for event.

· Plan and execute all aspects of booked events.

· Prepare and send formal written proposals based on client’s specifications.

· Assigns group function space effectively to maximize revenue opportunities.

· Meet with current and potential clients, conducting onsite showings and inspections to promote facilities and services.

· Ensure events in Reserve are updated and closed upon completion.

· Complete weekly sales forecasting and sales effort reports.

· Work with the restaurant management teams to ensure all events are accurately costed and deliver profit at company-agreed margins.

· Monitor event activities to ensure client satisfaction and resolution of any problems that arise.

· Ensure menus, information packets, standard guest emails, terms and conditions, manager/chef briefs, briefing sheets, filing, and follow-up systems are maintained.

· Create menus in collaboration with the Marketing team and onsite Chef to align with customer preferences, branding, and marketing trends.

· Partner with the company’s Marketing department to support local marketing efforts, generate new catering opportunities, and maintain strong relationships with current and past clients.

· Manage complete billing process for events.

· Attend offsite networking events to build…