Event Sales Manager - Quick Hire!

Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) is a renowned hospitality company founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer. With a strong commitment to placing people and culture at the forefront, IRHG operates over 30 locations, including a dynamic portfolio of boutique hotels and innovative restaurant concepts. The company prides itself on fostering an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow both personally and professionally. The core philosophy at Indigo Road is that by taking care of its employees, they in turn provide exceptional service to guests, creating a mutual success cycle. The company is also well-known for its generous benefits package, internal growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that values heart and passion above all. The role of Event Sales Manager at Indigo Road is an exciting and pivotal position designed for an individual with a minimum of three years of experience in hospitality sales, particularly in event or catering sales. This position centers around driving revenue growth and elevating the guest experience by managing private dining, restaurants, and large-scale or intimate events. The Event Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans to maximize income across all catering and event services. The role requires a combination of operational expertise, strategic sales skills, and exceptional customer service abilities. As Event Sales Manager, you will lead the entire sales funnel—from initial outreach to the flawless execution of each event—ensuring both client satisfaction and operational excellence. Partnering closely with executive chefs and culinary teams, you'll help design unique dining experiences that stand out in the competitive hospitality landscape. You will also work cross-functionally with marketing, revenue management, and restaurant operations to optimize pricing, inventory, and the overall event experience. In addition to sales and operational coordination, the Event Sales Manager is expected to build and maintain strong client and industry relationships, analyze sales data to identify growth opportunities, and uphold all company policies concerning sales and safety. The role demands a strategic thinker and a people leader who motivates and mentors their team while fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. This full-time position typically requires working 50 to 55 hours per week, including flexible hours on days, nights, weekends, and holidays, responsive to the seasonal demands of the hospitality industry. The role offers competitive base pay complemented by performance-based bonuses, full health and wellness benefits including dental and vision insurance, 401K matching, employee discounts, and generous paid time off including maternity and paternity leave. Joining Indigo Road means being part of a mission-driven company intent on changing the hospitality industry forever by prioritizing people first and nurturing a culture of excellence.

• Flexibility with your schedule as it may vary (days, nights, weekends, holidays) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation
• In general, you can anticipate working 50 to 55 hours a week
• Minimum of 3 years of successful sales experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong preference for catering or event sales
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor a team
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills both written and verbal
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in BEO creation and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software
• Passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service