Catering Sales Assistant

The Talent Shop • Full-time • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • $55k - $65k / year • 2d ago

Catering Sales Assistant

The Catering Sales Assistant is an organized, detail-oriented hospitality professional who plays a critical role in supporting the Catering and Events Sales Team on behalf of one of The Talent Shop’s hospitality clients. This position serves as a key point of contact for clients and internal partners, helping guide events from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up. With a strong focus on communication, accuracy, and service, this role helps ensure each event is thoughtfully planned and flawlessly executed in alignment with the client’s brand standards.

This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in catering sales or event design, offering hands-on exposure and professional development toward an Event Designer or Event Sales role.

What You’ll Do

Respond to catering and event inquiries for The Talent Shop’s client, gathering detailed information and ensuring timely follow-up
Process drop-off catering orders, including coordination, follow-up, and billing
Prepare materials for production meetings to ensure accurate and timely communication across departments
Create menu cards and other event-related materials
Source specialty items and rentals for events as needed
Draft proposals, build menus, assist with event design, and manage revisions and client follow-ups
Support billing, deposits, and accounts receivable collections
Assist with post-event follow-up, including client outreach and thank-you communications
Participate in marketing efforts, including building prospective client lists and proactive outreach
Maintain CRM records with accurate client and event information
Attend events as needed to provide on-site support
Perform additional duties as assigned

What You Bring

College degree or equivalent hospitality or catering experience
1–3+ years of experience in hospitality, catering, or events
Strong understanding of catering operations and event logistics
Passion for hospitality and a proactive, service-driven mindset
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Canva and CRM systems a plus
Ability to learn new systems quickly and manage multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach

What’s Offered