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Senior Catering Sales Manager - CMA

Salary:  $65,000 - $75,000 / year

 

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

The Catering Sales Manager oversees internal and external catering operations at the Cleveland Museum of Art, managing approximately $2 million in corporate, social, and museum event business. This role is responsible for full-cycle event planning, menu development, budgeting, and client relations while ensuring seamless execution and high service standards. The position offers free garage parking and a flexible schedule, including on-site presence during events.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage catering operations including sales, planning, staffing, execution, and post-event follow-up

  • Develop creative, cost-effective menus with chefs; prepare proposals, contracts, and banquet event orders (BEOs)

  • Hire, train, and lead catering staff; implement service techniques and ensure performance excellence

  • Oversee budgets, forecasts, financial targets, and receivables

  • Build and maintain client relationships; manage client database and vendor partnerships

  • Coordinate event logistics including food prep, service, A/V setup, and post-event clean-up

  • Ensure compliance with HACCP and all food safety and sanitation protocols

  • Lead special projects and other assigned responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

  • 3–5 years in hospitality, including at least 2 years in catering sales

  • Demonstrated success in meeting/exceeding sales goals

  • Strong knowledge of food trends, fine dining standards, and event operations

  • Experience managing food service, A/V, and staff performance

  • Excellent leadership, communication, scheduling, and problem-solving skills

  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and general office software

  • Detail-oriented, adaptable, and calm under pressure

  • High integrity and exceptional customer service and client relations skills

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 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
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 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 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.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1439980

Bon Appetit 

Tyler Justus 


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