catering Events Sales

201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton NJ, 08628 Since its founding in 1897, Trenton Country Club has been the preeminent private family club for Central New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania. TCC’s outstanding sporting facilities, historic clubhouse, and, most of all, it's warm and friendly atmosphere have made it a second home for generations of members, their families, and guests. 126 years later, TCC continues its rich heritage of camaraderie, friendly competition, and relaxing fun, proud of its past while modern in its outlook. Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role This premier private country club in Central New Jersey is seeking a driven, relationship‑focused Catering Sales professional to accelerate Event Revenue growth, and strengthen community partnerships to create new revenue opportunities across the club’s amenities. The Catering Sales Manager will identify and develop new business opportunities, build and maintain strong relationships with clients and community business, and create strategies to drive revenue growth. The role will involve market analysis, networking, and generating leads for catering growth to align with company goals. Additional responsibilities may include collaborating with internal teams to meet client needs and implementing innovative sales and marketing plans. This role is ideal for a polished, proactive sales professional with a passion for hospitality and high-end service environments. Qualifications Strong skills in sales, negotiation, and strategic planning Proficiency in market analysis and business strategy development Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills Relevant work experience with the Hospitality, or Country Club industry is required. What You’ll Do Business & Community Partnerships Build relationships with local businesses, organizations, and corporate groups Promote club amenities through partnership packages, golf outings, and events Represent the club at community functions and networking events Engage with area Chambers of Commerce Revenue & Event Development Partner with events and marketing teams to promote private events and special programs Identify new revenue opportunities across corporate meetings, dining, golf, and social offerings Generate sales leads within State and Local Government agencies for Events and Meetings Reporting & Strategy Track KPIs, pipeline activity, and sales performance Provide monthly updates and recommendations for continued growth What We’re Looking For 5+ years of catering or membership sales experience in hospitality or luxury services Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills CRM experience preferred Energetic, polished, and highly self‑motivated What We Offer Competitive base salary + commission Retirement benefits Professional development opportunities Membership Dues for PCMA or similar association A supportive, team‑oriented environment Catering Referral Commissions Experience Proven track record in catering sales roles within a competitive environment Strong proficiency with CRM software, particularly Salesforce or similar platforms Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, negotiation Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and influence decision-makers Knowledge of marketing principles and customer relationship management practices Ability to analyze market trends and develop innovative strategies for growth Join us as our new Catering Sales Manager and become a vital driver of our journey! Your proactive attitude, combined with strategic insight and excellent relationship-building skills, will position you for success in this energetic role. We are committed to supporting your professional growth while offering an engaging environment where your contributions truly make an impact. Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Experience: Hospitality management: 5 years (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Trenton, NJ Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Retirement plan Wo