Sales Manager

ABOUT BOTTEGA LOUIE

Founded in Los Angeles in 2007, Bottega Louie develops premier landmark Restaurants, Patisseries & Cafs. Our objective is to deeply connect with the communities we serve by creating premium Fine Dining, Patisserie, Bakery and Caf experiences thoughtfully designed and accessible to everyone.

• We are committed to serving the finest quality classic American, Italian & French caf and bistro recipes paired with first class exceptional service
• We operate with the managementsystems and tools required to consistently produce thousands of premium Guest Experiences daily
• We provide valuable opportunities for each Bottega Louie Team Member to pursue professional progress and satisfaction in their work
• We believe life is richer and we are most effective when we truly connect to the people around us and work together cooperatively as a Team and respect each others contribution and importance

Our greatest strength, and the largest contributing factor to our success, is our Team. As a Bottega Louie Team Member, you are essential to satisfying our discerning Guests and contributing to the Companys continued success.

WHO WED LIKE TO WORK WITH

• People who genuinely like people and respect each others contributions
• People who are Team Players who enjoy creating exceptional premium Guest Experiences for all to enjoy
• People who contribute positively to our Teams experience and company cultureby recognizing the best way to deliver exceptional Guest Experiences is through developing a world-class Employee Experience and Company Culture
• People who are committed to learning and developing Bottega Louie Systems & Tools to consistently serve premium Guest Experiences that exceed what we want as discerning Guests
• People committed to working with the operating discipline required to provide sustainable benefits to all our Stakeholders: Guests, Team Members, Vendors, Investors and the Neighborhoods where we operate
• People who are Full-time professionals available to work 40 hours per week, able to lift 35 lbs and stand and move for extended period of times

SALES MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

include but are not limited to:

• Develop and actively manage the sales pipeline of technically feasible, and commercially. qualified opportunities.
• Develop and complete sales activity logs and sales revenue reports.
• Prospect and actively solicit all types of new business through various methods, including cold calling, attending industry & community networking events, referrals, office visits, etc.
• Pursue, develop, and maintain client relationships through networking and prospecting, ensuring that prospects are converted to clients, and clients expectations are met through effective communication, planning and customer service
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key community and strategic partners for maximum exposure
• Collaborate with counterpart(s) in production on team sales goal & sales plan
• Ensure all inquiries and leads are responded to in an enthusiastic and timely manner
• Provide excellent customer service and expertise to clients, supporting them from initial inquiry through menu and event development during the proposal and negotiations stage, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention
• Re-focus attention on all unsold leads as well as assist in the formulation of plan to secure final sales for the Company
• Process correspondence (internal & external), proposals, contracts, and BEOs accurately, and in a timely manner
• Conduct site tours/visits with potential clients prior to event booking
• Attend events day-of as needed to further client relationship and ensure customer satisfaction
• Work with a sense of urgency and duty to actively complete work assignments with detail, accuracy, and a focus on the customer experience
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners & outside vendors
• Attend weekly team meetings
• Keep the leadership informed of any issues occurring during the negotiations and sales process for each event
• Work with clients to gather all necessary information to ensure event setup & execution details are accurate and all information is efficiently communicated to the staff

COMPENSATION

• Range $65,000 - $75,000
• Commission
• Health, Dental, + Vision, Paid Time Off, Dining Comps

BOTTEGA LOUIE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WE WILL CONSIDER FOR EMPLOYMENT ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, INCLUDING THOSE WITH CRIMINAL HISTORIES, IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL LAWS, INCLUDING THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE FOR HIRING ORDINANCE.

WE ARE COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE FOR ALL & ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS FROM A WIDE VARIETY OF IDENTITIES, IDEAS, PERSPECTIVES & EXPERIENCES TO APPLY

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of successful sales experience within the hospitality industry, with quantifiable achievements
• College degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Hospitality, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in off-site catering, banquets, F&B operations, including sales of both small and large-scale events, pre-event planning, vendor management, and on-site logistics
• Proficiency in utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM systems, and sales/event management programs
• Professional, enthusiastic, responsible, and dependable team player
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Available to adapt schedule with business operations that can include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays and on-call at times.
• You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., be able to sit at a computer or at a desk or on your feet for an extended period of time, and are able to easily sit, stand, stoop, reach, and walk.