Creative Edge Parties

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About Creative Edge Parties: We are a top NY & FL Event Catering company – we don’t just cater events, we design experiences that connect people – through taste, texture, color, and emotion. Every bite tells a story. Every detail is intentional. We run on collaboration and creative energy. Creative Edge Parties is where passion meets professionalism. We are actively seeking an Event Director for our Miami office. Position Overview: Reporting to the VP of Sales & Operations, the Event Director will actively respond to inquiries, prospect, and solicit business that enables the company to meet and exceed revenue goals in food, beverage, rentals, staffing and design. A passion for food, beverage, and perfectly executed events is a requirement for this position. What you’ll do: • Sales: Solicit new accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals. This will consist of telephone outreach, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communication. • Proposals: Prepare correspondence to clients, including proposal, agreements, event related documents as well as exceptionally clear internal communication. • Consult with clients on menu selection, rental requirements and on occasion, venue selection. • Collaborate with Culinary Leaders in order to custom plan menus and ensure profitability; work with staff to ensure a seamless event • Networking: Attend networking events, industry functions and regularly entertain prospective clients. • Knowledge Base: Maintain a professional knowledge of the event landscape, competitive set and strategic pricing. What you’ll bring to the table: • 3+ years’ experience in sales within food & beverage catering, along with a book of business. • Proficiency with Word, Excel, AllSeated (FileMaker a plus) • College Degree • Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent customer service skills • Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc. • Multi-tasker, strong attention to detail • Flexibility to travel and work non-standard hours based on event schedules What we offer: • Competitive salary • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401k • Generous paid time off • 15 paid holidays • In-house professional development • Collaborative, creative, professional environment Our Promise: Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don't select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others. Creative Edge Parties does not discriminate against employees or clients based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations will be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those in serious consideration will be contacted.