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Jon Smith Subs Catering Coordinator
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development:
- Identify, prospect, and secure new catering and group event opportunities with local businesses, schools, sports teams, and community organizations
- Develop and execute a strategic outreach plan to grow catering and event revenue
- Conduct outside sales calls, site visits, and networking activities
- Build and maintain a pipeline of new and recurring clients
- Follow up on leads, proposals, and past clients to drive repeat business
Marketing & Community Engagement:
- Represent our brand at local events, networking functions, and community initiatives
- Establish partnerships with local businesses, hotels, and event venues
- Promote catering services through sampling, promotional materials, and direct outreach
- Collaborate with internal teams on marketing campaigns and catering promotions
- Maintain a strong local presence to increase brand visibility
Catering Coordination & Execution:
- Manage catering and group orders from initial inquiry through execution
- Coordinate menus, pricing, and event logistics with clients
- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of all catering orders
- Partner with culinary and operations teams to execute events successfully
- Oversee delivery, setup, and presentation to ensure exceptional guest experience
Administrative & Reporting:
- Track sales activity, leads, and catering revenue performance
- Maintain an organized client database and outreach records
- Provide regular reporting on sales goals, conversion rates, and opportunities
- Assist leadership with forecasting and planning for catering growth
Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of experience in sales, catering, hospitality, or restaurant operations preferred
- Strong relationship-building and networking skills
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive results
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local outreach
- Flexible availability, including occasional evenings and weekends
Core Competencies:
- Results-driven with a focus on revenue growth
- Outgoing and community-oriented personality
- Strong attention to detail and execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach
Success Metrics:
- Growth in catering and group sales revenue
- Number of new client partnerships and outreach activities
- Client retention and repeat business
- Guest satisfaction and event execution quality
Interested applicants can apply directly to www.visitowa.com/employment.
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