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Compass Group USA lists this Associate Director of Catering Sales opportunity in minneapolis, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Title: Associate Director of Catering Sales
Salary: $55,000 to $60,000
Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for 3% Commission
CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. While our portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is our total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as our top priority, as well as to provide sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to our guests.
CULINAIRE at the American Swedish Institute operates a full-service restaurant and catering program within a cultural museum and event venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs.
The Associate Director of Catering Sales is responsible for generating and managing catering business from initial inquiry through contracted event. This role works closely with culinary, banquet operations, and venue staff to ensure successful execution of events and a high-quality guest experience. The position supports both new business development and ongoing client relationship management.
The operation provides food and beverage services for private events, weddings, corporate meetings, social gatherings, receptions, and museum-related programs.
The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for generating and managing catering business from initial inquiry through contracted event. This role works closely with culinary, banquet operations, and venue staff to ensure successful execution of events and a high-quality guest experience. The position supports both new business development and ongoing client relationship management.
The operation includes a mix of daytime, evening, and weekend events, with event sizes ranging from small meetings to large-scale receptions and celebrations.
Key Responsibilities:
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 degreeis 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
Culinaire is a member of Compass Group USA
Associates at Culinaire are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Culinaire maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Worksite address
minneapolis, MN, 55400, US
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