Catering Outside Sales Associate

Catering Sales AssociateLifeCare Alliance -- LA CateringPosition #: 540Reports To: Director of Catering, Executive Catering and Events ManagerPosition SummaryLA Catering---LifeCare Alliance's social enterprise catering company---is seeking a dynamic Catering Sales Associate to help elevate our brand, expand our client base, and deliver exceptional experiences that fuel our mission. This role blends sales, relationship management, event coordination, and community engagement, offering the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, mission-driven organization making a meaningful impact in Central Ohio.The Catering Sales Associate drives new business development, nurtures client relationships, manages event contracts, and ensures a seamless customer experience from first contact through the final event. This position also represents LifeCare Alliance and LA Catering in the community, building partnerships and presenting to businesses, organizations, and prospective customers.The ideal candidate is polished, personable, highly organized, and motivated by both sales success and mission-driven work. The role requires creativity, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest ethical standards.Key ResponsibilitiesSales & Business Development- Identify and actively pursue new catering clients from community groups, businesses, event venues, board connections, and internal referrals.- Conduct in-person visits, presentations, follow-up meetings, and outreach events to grow LA Catering's client base.- Build strong relationships with event coordinators and wedding planners to help develop sales for onsite Event Center.- Development of a client base for onsite Event Canter and grow sales for the venue.- Assist with managing and maintaining ongoing relationships with current clients to support repeat business and long-term partnerships.u00a0Client Management & Contracting[]{style=

Created: 2026-02-09