Private Events Sales Manager

Recruiting Partner: Robert Goebel

Santa Clara, California | Hospitality Operations | Hybrid | $80,000 to $80,000 | Job ID: 182807

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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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