About the role

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, fine dining restaurant groupseeking a Director of Catering & Eventsto lead and scale its private events business across three expanding markets. This is a pure sales role- focused on driving revenue, building relationships, and securing high-value events. A dedicated operations team is in place to execute events, allowing you to focus entirely on business development and client acquisition. This is a unique opportunity to own and grow a multi-market revenue streamwithin a brand known for its elevated guest experience and design-forward spaces.
What You’ll Do: Drivecatering and private events revenueacross all locations (FL + KY markets)Proactivelysource, develop, and close new businessthrough outbound sales efforts Build and maintain a strong network within: Weddings (planners, venues, coordinators)Corporate clients (local companies, agencies, executives)Social events (milestone celebrations, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, private parties)Own the full sales cycle- from prospecting to contract execution Develop strategic partnerships with event planners, luxury vendors, and community influencers Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless handoff and alignment on client expectations Create and refine pricing strategies, packages, and sales collateral Forecast revenue, track pipeline activity, and identify growth opportunities What We’re Looking For 5+ years incatering sales, event sales, or private dining sales Proven track record ofgenerating new business through outbound efforts Strongexisting book of business / Rolodexin one or more of the following: Weddings Corporate events Social events (Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, milestone celebrations, private gatherings)Experience sellinghigh-end events ($20K-$100K+)Background inrestaurant, lifestyle hospitality, or boutique hotel environments Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability tobuild and scale a program from the ground up Polished, relationship-driven, and highly self-motivated What Sets This Role Apart Pure sales focus- no operational execution responsibilities Opportunity to build and own amulti-location catering business Strong internal support from an established operations team Exposure acrossmultiple growing markets High level of autonomy, visibility, and impact

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$20,000 per year

Experience level

Senior

Location

Louisville, KY

Occupation

Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel

Industry

Caterers

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yesterday

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