Bakery, BeOS Operating System, Business Development, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Detail Oriented, Event Management, Food and Beverage Industry, Interpersonal Skills, Life Insurance, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Restaurant, Sales, Sales Forecasting, Sales Management, Time Management
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
POSTED
17 days ago
Immediate opportunity at Brennan’s restaurant for an experienced restaurant sales professional to join the private event sales team. Our historic building, eight beautiful dining rooms, and French Quarter courtyard are highly sought after for weddings, corporate, social, and convention events. Brennan’s is one of the most celebrated restaurants in the United States, named an “Outstanding Restaurant” finalist by the James Beard Foundation and a five-time Grand Award winner from Wine Spectator.
Our sales managers are the bridge between our party hosts and the restaurant, ensuring seamless planning and a uniquely Brennan’s experience.
Responsibilities include:
Respond to abundant leads to book private party business
Manage each booking with urgency, accuracy, and hospitality
Plan, organize, and coordinate all aspects of event bookings for hand-off to operations
Build proposals, contracts, and BEOs using Tripleseat
Work with the Executive Chef and operators on group menus and client requests
Develop referral business through industry events, event planners, and hotel sales teams
Deliver sales projections and maintain accurate records for reporting
Work in a high-performance team setting with strong and experienced sales managers
Qualifications:
3–5 years of experience in restaurant sales
Strong food and beverage knowledge
Superior interpersonal communication skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work with clients in a hospitable and professional manner
Highly proficient with computer work
Prior experience with the Tripleseat booking platform
We offer:
This is a highly competitive position with strong base pay and commission pay.
401(k) plan + company match
Employer-sponsored health insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Staff meals and dining discounts across Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group properties
Paid time off
Paid holidays
To learn more about Brennan’s and Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group, visit brennansneworleans.com.
Ralph Brennan’s six high-energy, high-experience restaurants (plus a bakery) stand apart for our commitment to inspired, locally-sourced cuisine and gracious hospitality served up in New Orleans’ most revered and iconic dining rooms.