Catering Manager

June 5, 2026

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We are currently looking for an Area Catering Manager to join our team!

What we are looking for:

Previous sales experience preferable.
Basic computer skill, MS Word and Excel
Individual who is self-motivated and follows a schedule
Must have own vehicle
Valid Drivers license, Clean drivers record and Insurance
Cold call sales tools
Outside sales or previous marketing experience a plus
Have flexible schedule
Social Medial skills a plus
Food Safety training

Catering Sales Manager Benefits:

Competitive salary based on background, education and experience
Bonus based on Sales goals
Free Meals
Excellent training and development
Health, life and dental insurance available
Paid vacation
Comprehensive - hands on training program
Paid Cell phone
Paid Food Safety class

Catering Sales Manager Responsibilities:

Achieve sales goals

Working with the Operator to create a marketing plan
Executing the marketing plan
Promote, prepare, and provide pleasant and responsive catering experiences.
Provide amazing customer service and product to local businesses, schools and community organizations.
Call on local businesses and organizations; encouraging them to engage catering services for their social and business events.
Build relationships within the community (community events, distributing food and catering menus to local businesses, setting up cross-promotions and school programs)
Identify current and future customer service requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers
Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating and resolving complaints about food quality and/or service.
Will need to know all aspects of catering food preparation - Prepare sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods in a safe, secure, legal, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation and quality of food preparation and service standards and procedures; conforming to regulations.
Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $35,000 to $50,000 (Base salary + Commission + Benefits)

Position is a Success and Performance Based Position with Sales Expectations

Benefits:

Position Offers Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Firehouse Subs is growing fast, and we need you! We have a commitment to and passion for Hearty and Flavorful Food, Heartfelt Service, Public Safety... and hiring the best! Join our team and you'll become part of a company that's consistently rated among the best in the field of fast casual restaurants.

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