ABIGAIL KIRSCH Account Executive - Dining Events Salary in the United States

POSITION SUMMARY

The Account Executive is primarily responsible for supporting the Sales Managers on all sales and client activity. He /she will provide generaladministrative support as needed to the GM and OP office. S/he must work closely with the GM in promoting the Company’s culture, mission and philosophy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist GM and / or Sales Manager and/or Senior Account Executive by maintaining calendar and appointments, scheduling logistical, sales and tasting meetings.
• Assist Sales Manager and/or Senior Account Executive in responding to client questions including menu selections, logistics, rental equipment and party production.
• Handle in house questions including menu selections, logistics, rental equipment and party production.
• Assist Sales Manager by attending tastings and logistical meetings with Sales Manager when necessary.
• Conduct follow up calls on pending proposals as directed by Sales Manager.
• Conduct follow up with clients after events for feedback as directed by Sales Manager.
• Assist Sales Managers in planning, coordinating and executing events.
• Assist with initial sales inquiries and prepare proposals as needed.
• Responsible for “auction” prize dinner/cocktail parties that clients purchase for gala events.
• Responsible for designated Sales Manager’s party production, including:
• Preparing folders and sending booker staff sheets
• Finalize menus and distribute event orders to appropriate departments/ managers.
• Prepare liquor permits
• Prepare rental orders, coordinate delivery, pickup and payment.
• Prepare detailed Final Instructions
• Order uniforms/ clothing for staff when necessary as directed by Sales Manager.
• Prepare Final invoices for distribution.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Perform and complete all reasonable assignments as requested by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree preferred.
• Prior administrative experience, but not required.
• Prior event experience preferred, but not required
• Excellent computer skills necessary, including EXCEL, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communicate work related information to co-workers, supervisors, vendors and clients.
• Able to work flexible work schedule in order to accommodate business levels.

About Elior Dining & Events

Elior Dining & Events is comprised of Abigail Kirsch, Constellation & Design Cuisine.

We’re a culinary group dedicated to providing best-in-class dining experiences for one-of-a-kind events, cultural centers, professional settings, restaurants, and cafes.

Our goal is simple: we’re here to make you happy. And our people work tirelessly to ensure that your experience meets and exceeds every one of your expectations.

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.