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Private Event Sales Manager
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Private Event Sales Manager to drive event sales and build strong client relationships at a well-known hospitality venue in Santa Clara. This is a great opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys developing new business, working with clients, and creating memorable private events.
The ideal candidate has a background in hospitality, catering, food and beverage, or event sales and knows how to turn inquiries into booked business while delivering a great client experience.
Responsibilities
- Generate new business and develop relationships with corporate clients, local businesses, and individuals.
- Manage the full private event sales process, from initial inquiry and client consultation through proposals, contracts, and event coordination.
- Respond to leads promptly and follow up consistently to convert inquiries into confirmed bookings.
- Work closely with operations and culinary teams to ensure events meet client expectations.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of event business to help drive revenue.
- Maintain accurate sales records, track leads, and monitor booking activity.
- Represent the venue professionally and help build its reputation in the local market.
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of event sales experience.
- Experience in hospitality, catering, food and beverage, private dining, or event venues preferred.
- Proven ability to develop new business, close sales, and maintain strong client relationships.
- Excellent communication, organization, follow-up, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple inquiries and events while staying organized and attentive to detail.
- Familiarity with Santa Clara and the greater Bay Area market is a plus.
Compensation
- Base salary of $75,000–$80,000, plus commission opportunity.
- Benefits package and paid time off.
- Hybrid schedule with remote work on Mondays and Tuesdays and on-site work the remaining weekdays.
- No regular weekend work.
This is an excellent opportunity for an event sales professional looking for a competitive compensation package, a flexible work schedule, and the chance to grow with an established hospitality organization.
JOB ID: 182807
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Robert Goebel