Founding Farmers Restaurant Group · 5 hours ago
Catering Sales Assistant
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yr
1+ years expFounding Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Catering Sales Assistant who will support the Catering and Events Sales Team. The role involves managing client inquiries, assisting with event planning, and ensuring that events are executed to brand standards.
AgricultureFood and BeverageHospitalityTravel
Hiring Manager
Amy Robinson
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
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
Company
Founding Farmers Restaurant Group
We are proud to be named one of the BEST PLACES TO WORK in the DC metro area by the Washington Business Journal.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Simons
Co-Founder and Co-Owner
Michael Vucurevich
Co Founder
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