Come join us at one of our premier catering venues as a Catering General Manager! Please use this link to complete an application on our Company Career Page: https://lessingsinc.peoplematter.jobs/ Position: Catering General Manager Qualifications: -Minimum 5 years catering management experience in a high volume property -Exemplary leadership and supervision skills -Superior client relations skills -Administrative abilities in budget administration -Must have a keen eye for detail. -Results oriented and enthusiastic. -Must have extremely high standards in all areas and a passion for guest service. -Computer and Internet competency including Excel, Word, and event software. -Excellent oral and written communication skills. Job Duties and Responsibilities: -Develop long-range and annual Catering business plans -Driving revenues in various segments with a heavy focus on social and wedding business. -Exceeding customers’ expectations with great knowledge, professionalism, and genuine service. Sales Responsibilities: -Solicits, negotiates and books new and repeat business through sales efforts while maximizing catering and event sales to meet / exceed revenue goals. -Develops target list for outbound sales efforts. -Runs activity and financial reports and discusses results with management, by week, month and annually. -Drives customer loyalty by delivering service excellence and ensuring all sales staff members execute a great customer experience. -Conducts site tours; hosts awareness events as scheduled. -Direct and coordinate sales managers and their sales. -Support business strategies which are aligned with Lessing’s vision and values -Menu development & costing, and any marketing functions as they relate to the sales department. -Follow up on all details of client events from planning to completion of the event. -Benchmark competition for catering best practices and pricing. -Involvement in community activities; network with local businesses. -Establish budgets, control costs and find ways to increase Catering profits. -Be proactive in maintaining or exceeding financial goals. -Qualify internal leads and turn inquires into events/sales. -Oversee the recruiting, hiring and training of personnel. -Supervise and motivate supervisors and staff. -Maintain the look and feel of the Catering buildings and grounds to exceptional levels. -Build positive relationships with the clients, their guests, and potential clients to ensure customer satisfaction. -Reports to Vice President of Catering Operations. Pay & Perks: -Salaried pay -Paid Time Off for Full Time Employees -401K for Full Time Employees -Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits for Full-Time Employees The Company: Founded in 1890, Lessing’s Hospitality Group is a sixth-generation, family-owned company comprised of over 120 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida. Lessing’s operates 17 wedding and catering venues, 11 full-service restaurants, 4 virtual kitchens, over 80 corporate and academic dining centers, 7 Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza franchises and a historic inn. Steeped in over 130 years of tradition, but adapting to a constantly changing industry, Lessing’s Hospitality Group’s focus is on providing each guest with unique, personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality. Salary Range (NY only): $80,000 - $100,000 per year