Catering Marketer and Sales Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About Us: Welcome to Taylor Gourmet an upscale Philly-inspired hoagie and deli experience where authentic flavor meets elevated craftsmanship. Our scratch-made sandwiches, premium ingredients, and signature hospitality bring a modern twist to a Philadelphia classic. As we expand our catering program, we're seeking a dynamic Catering Marketer and Sales Specialist to grow our catering presence across corporate, social, and community markets.

Position Overview: The Catering Marketer and Sales Specialist will be responsible for driving catering revenue, building strong local relationships, and positioning Taylor Gourmet as the go-to destination for elevated deli catering. This role blends creativity with strategy-ideal for someone who loves great food, has a knack for sales, and thrives on connecting people through memorable dining experiences.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary plus commission and performance bonuses.
  • Sick time
  • Vacation time
• Dining discounts and employee perks.
• Opportunity to build and lead a growing catering brand in a fast-expanding concept.
• Supportive, food-loving, and creative team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote our catering services to corporate offices, event planners, and community partners.
• Proactively prospect and close new catering accounts through outreach, networking, and client relationship management.
• Maintain and grow existing client relationships, ensuring repeat business and exceptional service delivery.
• Coordinate digital marketing efforts-including social media, email campaigns, and local partnerships-to enhance brand visibility.
• Collaborate with the culinary and operations teams to create compelling catering packages and proposals.
• Represent Taylor Gourmet at local business events, food festivals, and community gatherings.
• Track leads, sales performance, and client feedback using CRM tools and report progress to leadership.
• Completing deliveries and assisting with catering prep.

Qualifications:

• Hospitality and catering experience preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in sales, marketing, or event planning (restaurant experience needed).
• Proven success in lead generation and relationship-based sales.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with digital marketing tools, CRM systems, and social media management.
• A genuine passion for food, community, and delivering an unforgettable guest experience.
• Reliable transportation needed

Salary: $45,000/yr plus 10% commission

Location: Washington, DC

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