Wolfgang Puck Catering
Job Summary
Wolfgang Puck Catering is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to drive business growth, cultivate client relationships, and craft unforgettable events at Nasher Sculpture Center, one of the city’s most iconic cultural venues. This role is ideal for a sales‑savvy hospitality professional who thrives in a creative, fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering extraordinary guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
Creates operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables
Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts
Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record for meeting sales goals
Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
A minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry including one year experience in catering sales
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean‑up is also essential
Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today! Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA.
Equal Opportunity Employment Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Contact Req ID: 1468042
Wolfgang Puck Catering
Michael Abbey
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
Other Forms of Compensation : Commission Plan
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Key Responsibilities
Hires, trains and develops managers, and is actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures
Creates operating statements, reports, and operational budgets, and reviews of the collection of receivables
Creates catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
Prepares and monitors budgets; financial targets and forecasts
Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record for meeting sales goals
Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
A minimum of two years of experience in hospitality industry including one year experience in catering sales
Supervisory, scheduling, training and coaching skills
Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean‑up is also essential
Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events.
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem‑solving/strategizing skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Apply to Wolfgang Puck today! Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA.
Equal Opportunity Employment Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Contact Req ID: 1468042
Wolfgang Puck Catering
Michael Abbey
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
Other Forms of Compensation : Commission Plan
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