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Catering Sales Manager OEM

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe

5951 Linea Del Cielo
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Resort with 85 Rooms
Managed By Evolution Hospitality
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Compensation: $72,000 to $80,000 per year, Full-Time
Join Our Team as a Catering Sales Manager! The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe Sales & Catering team is looking for a dynamic Catering Sales Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in selling and servicing luxury weddings, corporate and social events.As part of our elite team, you’ll have the opportunity to bring elegance, creativity, and impeccable attention to detail to our distinguished clients. Are you ready to bring your hospitality and sales skills to center stage? Step into the spotlight as our Catering Sales Manager, where you'll make every event sparkle, turn clients into lifelong fans, and help our hotel smash its revenue goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced scene and love putting your creative touch on unforgettable occasions, this is your chance to shine brighter than ever!This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly. KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Sales & Business Development: Strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills. Actively pursues new business by soliciting prospective clients and closing event bookings that exceed departmental goals. Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets, identify new potential clients, and nurture existing relationships by being a resort ambassador.
  • Maximizing revenue: Responsible for promoting and selling catering services for events such as weddings, corporate and social events, and ensuring client satisfaction while maximizing Food & Beverage, Room Rental and Guest Room revenues.
  • Relationship Builder: Build lasting bonds with leisure guests, business travelers, SMERF groups, and more; lead engaging sales tours and provide clients with memorable experiences.
  • Event Maestro: Orchestrate flawless event lists, banquet orders, and schedules with precision; be a standout player in the local community and industry gatherings.
  • Service Enthusiast: Make every guest and team interaction upbeat, attentive, and professional; always hit the mark with company standards and catering stats.
  • Team Player: Work with the Director of Sales and Director of Catering to implement annual Catering sales strategy, including special promotions to grow specific segments, sales blitzes, etc
  • Trusted Trailblazer: Safeguard sensitive spaces and info, earn trust through top-notch responsibility, and always represent the company with stellar judgment and character.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 2 years previous catering/ sales and hospitality/ luxury resort experience preferred.
  • Creativity and food/beverage knowledge desired.
  • Valid driver’s license for applicable state required.
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, sell, and influence.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer knowledge.
  • Experience with Delphi/Amadeus software
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, when needed

    Join Our Team as a Catering Manager! 

    Are you ready to bring your hospitality and sales skills to center stage? Step into the spotlight as our Catering Manager, where you'll make every event sparkle, turn clients into lifelong fans, and help our hotel smash its revenue goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced scene and love putting your creative touch on unforgettable occasions, this is your chance to shine brighter than ever!

    This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.   

    KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Sales Superstar: Crush your sales and revenue targets, chase down exciting new accounts, and keep our current clients coming back for more.
    • Relationship Rock Star: Build lasting bonds with leisure guests, business travelers, SMERF groups, and more; lead engaging sales tours and treat clients to memorable experiences.
    • Event Maestro: Orchestrate flawless event lists, banquet orders, and schedules with precision; be a standout player in the local community and industry gatherings.
    • Service Enthusiast: Make every guest and team interaction upbeat, attentive, and professional; always hit the mark with company standards and catering stats.
    • Team Player Extraordinaire: Jump into meetings, power up special promotions, and pitch in wherever management needs an extra hand.
    • Trusted Trailblazer: Safeguard sensitive spaces and info, earn trust through top-notch responsibility, and always represent the company with stellar judgment and character.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

    • High school diploma or equivalent required; previous catering sales experience preferred.
    • Creativity and food/beverage knowledge desired.
    • Valid driver’s license for applicable state required.
    • Developed verbal and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, sell, and influence.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer knowledge.
    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills.

    After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

    • Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
    • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
    • Term Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • 401k Retirement Plan

    Property Information

    Boldly reimagined, intentionally honored, rich with comfort. Nestled amongst San Diego’s rolling hills, citrus groves, and desert landscapes, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is an escape to a bygone era. Steeped in vintage luxury, rich history, and time-honored tradition, The Inn has undergone a property-wide renaissance, inviting guests to experience the charm of a simpler time and place where elegance is innate, hospitality is abundant, and the vibrant joy of a sun-soaked Southern California lifestyle is all around. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.

    Application deadline for Colorado positions: 1/31/26 Join Our Team as a Catering Sales Manager! The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe Sales & Catering team is looking for a dynamic Catering Sales Manager to join us and play a pivotal role in selling and servicing luxury weddings, corporate and social events. As part of our elite team, you’ll have the opportunity to bring elegance, creativity, and impeccable attention to detail to our distinguished clients. Are you ready to bring your hospitality and sales skills to center stage? Step into the spotlight as our Catering Sales Manager, where you'll make every event sparkle, turn clients into lifelong fans, and help our hotel smash its revenue goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced scene and love putting your creative touch on unforgettable occasions, this is your chance to shine brighter than ever! This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly. KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Sales & Business Development: Strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills. Actively pursues new business by soliciting prospective clients and closing event bookings that exceed departmental goals. Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets, identify new potential clients, and nurture existing relationships by being a resort ambassador.
  • Maximizing revenue: Responsible for promoting and selling catering services for events such as weddings, corporate and social events, and ensuring client satisfaction while maximizing Food & Beverage, Room Rental and Guest Room revenues.
  • Relationship Builder: Build lasting bonds with leisure guests, business travelers, SMERF groups, and more; lead engaging sales tours and provide clients with memorable experiences.
  • Event Maestro: Orchestrate flawless event lists, banquet orders, and schedules with precision; be a standout player in the local community and industry gatherings.
  • Service Enthusiast: Make every guest and team interaction upbeat, attentive, and professional; always hit the mark with company standards and catering stats.
  • Team Player: Work with the Director of Sales and Director of Catering to implement annual Catering sales strategy, including special promotions to grow specific segments, sales blitzes, etc
  • Trusted Trailblazer: Safeguard sensitive spaces and info, earn trust through top-notch responsibility, and always represent the company with stellar judgment and character. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 2 years previous catering/ sales and hospitality/ luxury resort experience preferred.
  • Creativity and food/beverage knowledge desired.
  • Valid driver’s license for applicable state required.
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, sell, and influence.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer knowledge.
  • Experience with Delphi/Amadeus software
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, when needed
    • Posted February 11, 2026

    About The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe

    Boldly reimagined, intentionally honored, rich with comfort.

    Nestled amongst San Diego’s rolling hills, citrus groves, and desert landscapes, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is an escape to a bygone era. Steeped in vintage luxury, rich history, and time-honored tradition, The Inn has undergone a property-wide renaissance, inviting guests to experience the charm of a simpler time and place where elegance is innate, hospitality is abundant, and the vibrant joy of a sun-soaked Southern California lifestyle is all around.

    About Evolution Hospitality

    THE EVO EXPERIENCE exceptional, passionate people

    At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.

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