Regional Director of Catering Sales - Compass Group, North America

Wolfgang Puck Catering

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000


Other Forms of Compensation: Commission Plan, upwards of $150,000


Pay Grade: G15





Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.





"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Wolfgang Puck (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9-oBrENwdQ)





Success on our team starts with our culture:



+ We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.


+ A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.


+ Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.


+ We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to.


+ We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.


+ We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).


+ Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.






“I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.”




Job Summary



Are you ready to lead in a world where culinary excellence meets extraordinary event experiences? Wolfgang Puck Catering is searching for a Regional Director of Catering Sales who thrives on innovation, growth, and creating unforgettable moments for clients. This is your chance to shape the future of a renowned brand and take your career to new heights.





Compensation: This is a commission-based role with a competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $125,000, plus commission opportunities that can bring your total compensation upwards of $250,000 or more, based on performance.





What You'll Be Doing: As our Regional Director of Catering Sales, you will:



+ Lead with vision: Inspire and drive a high-performing sales team to reach and exceed revenue targets.


+ Create unforgettable events: Work closely with clients to design one-of-a-kind event experiences, from weddings and corporate gatherings to social extravaganzas.


+ Expand our reach: Cultivate relationships with new and existing clients to grow our market presence across a wide array of event types.


+ Collaborate with top talent: Partner with our culinary and operations teams to deliver flawless execution, ensuring every event is a success from start to finish.



Your Key Responsibilities:



+ Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to drive growth across multiple venues.


+ Lead and mentor a team of catering sales professionals, ensuring they have the tools to succeed.


+ Build lasting relationships with clients, creating value-based partnerships that foster repeat business.


+ Work closely with marketing to develop outreach efforts that target new audiences and build brand awareness.


+ Leverage business insights to continually identify new opportunities for expansion and success.


+ Provide ongoing coaching and development to your team, driving results through continuous improvement.


+ Ensure every detail is covered by collaborating across departments for seamless event execution.


+ Use market analytics to stay ahead of trends, keeping Wolfgang Puck Catering at the forefront of the industry.



What We’re Looking For:



+ Bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of experience in catering sales or hospitality.


+ Proven leadership skills with a track record of driving revenue growth and team success.


+ Strong relationship-building abilities and communication skills.


+ Expertise in Microsoft 365 and experience with catering or CRM databases.



This job advertisement does not include the entire job description. The full job description contains additional details and responsibilities.





Apply to Wolfgang Puck today!


Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA


Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)





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.





Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering 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)



Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace.


Req ID: 1356420


Wolfgang Puck Catering


Michael Abbey


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