Job Listing: Catering Sales Manager<5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.<5c pan=""><5c>\n

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.<5c pan=""><5c>\n

Location<5c pan=""><5c trong="">: We are seeking an experienced Catering Sales Manager<5c trong=""><5c pan=""> for the <5c pan="">Colorado Convention Center <5c trong="">located in Denver, CO.<5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

Unit Description:<5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

Well-known as one of the most practical and \"user friendly\" meeting facilities, the Colorado Convention Center is now home to over 250 events annually. The Colorado Convention Center is located within easy walking distance of over 8,400 hotel rooms, 300 restaurants, and 9 theatres of the Denver Performing Arts Complex.<5c pan=""><5c>\n

Job Overview:<5c pan=""><5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

The Catering Sales Manager is the primary lead for assigned conference, meeting, and event clients driving seamless execution from contract turnover through final billing. You will liaise between clients, internal departments, service partners and vendors, and ensure that the venue delivers world-class service in line with Sodexo Live!'s standards. <5c pan=""><5c>\n

Essential Responsibilities:<5c pan=""><5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

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• Serve as the main contact for assigned groups to lead pre-planning site visits, pre-conference meetings, and post-event debriefs. <5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
• Prepare and distribute banquet event orders, floorplans and diagrams. <5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
• Coordinate across departments and with external contractors\/vendors to ensure event requirements are met and executed smoothly. <5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
• Manage financial aspects of billing, change orders, and reconciliation with Finance. <5c pan=""><5c i="">\n<5c l="">\n

  Qualifications \/ Skills:<5c pan=""><5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

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  • Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality management, or related field (or equivalent experience).<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
  • 3 years of catering or event sales experience in a convention center or high-volume catering operation.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
  • Strong knowledge of food, beverage, and catering service operations.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
  • Excellent communication and client service skills.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple events simultaneously.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n<5c l="">\n

    Other Requirements<5c trong="">:<5c pan=""><5c>\n

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    • Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
    • Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n<5c l="">\n

      Why Join Sodexo Live!<5c trong=""><5c pan=""><5c>\n

      At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:<5c pan=""><5c>\n

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      • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
      • Life and Disability Insurance<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
      • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
      • Identity Theft Protection<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n
      • Adoption Assistance<5c pan=""><5c i="">\n<5c l="">\n<5c iv="">\n

        Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.<5c pan=""><5c>\n

        Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.<5c m=""><5c pan=""><5c>

\n\n. Serve as the main contact for assigned groups to lead pre-planning site visits, pre-conference meetings, and post-event debriefs. \n. Prepare and distribute banquet event orders, floorplans and diagrams. \n. Coordinate across departments and with external contractors\/vendors to ensure event requirements are met and executed smoothly. \n. Manage financial aspects of billing, change orders, and reconciliation with Finance. \n\n. Qualifications \/ Skills:\n\n. Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality management, or related field (or equivalent experience).\n 3 years of catering or event sales experience in a convention center or high-volume catering operation.\n. Strong knowledge of food, beverage, and catering service operations.\n. Excellent communication and client service skills.\n. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple events simultaneously.\n\n. Other Requirements:\n\n. Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.\n. Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.\n\n. Why Join Sodexo Live!\n. At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:\n\n\n. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts\n. Life and Disability Insurance\n. Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage\n. Identity Theft Protection\n. Adoption Assistance\n\n\n. Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.\n. Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer.

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