CATERING SALES ASSISTANT Our Catering Sales Assistant is an organized, detail-oriented hospitality professional who plays a critical role in supporting our Catering and Events Sales Team. This role serves as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, helping to guide events from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up. With a strong focus on communication, accuracy, and service, the Catering Sales Assistant helps ensure every event is thoughtfully planned, flawlessly executed, and reflective of our brand standards. This position requires a proactive mindset, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in event design, offering hands-on exposure and development toward an Event Designer position. Base Salary: $55K-$65K + Commission WHAT OUR CATERING SALES ASSISTANT DOES: Respond to inquiries with detailed information gathering and ensure timely follow-up Handle and process drop-off catering orders, including follow-up and billing Prepare for production meetings to ensure timely, complete, and accurate information is communicated to each department manager in advance Create menu cards and other event-related materials Source specialty items for events Proposal drafting, menu creation, and event designing with routine revisions of outstanding proposals and follow-up with clients Assist with billing and post-event follow-up with clients, outside vendors, and captains Assist with marketing efforts to develop prospective client lists and participate in proactive outreach Assist in managing deposits and A/R collections Attend events and provide on-site support Customer service, post-event follow-up phone calls, thank you notes Maintain CRM module, ensuring follow-up and that information is accurate Performs all other duties as assigned WHAT YOU NEED TO BE A CATERING SALES ASSISTANT: College degree, or relevant hospitality/catering experience 1- 3+ years of experience in the hospitality industry Strong understanding of catering operations and logistics Passion for hospitality, entrepreneurial spirit Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills Technical proficiency – Microsoft Office suite, Canva, familiar with learning and onboarding to new software Team player, interpersonal skills WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive pay Health insurance plans available for as low as $150 per month after 30 days of employment Dental and vision plans Paid time off $300 dining credit per month for Farmers Restaurant Group Paid pregnancy and parental leave Voluntary benefits: short-term disability and accident insurance Free access to company massage therapist Discounted gym & yoga membership Free mental health therapy through our partner ComPsych, where employees and their immediate family members receive confidential sessions available virtually or in-person Training and career growth opportunities Free Employee Assistance Program