Director of Sales & Marketing - Restaurants

Job Overview

Job Description

## **Director of Sales and Marketing**
**Boutique Restaurant Brand DC Area**

Are you a motivated and skilled sales professional with a passion for the restaurant and hospitality industry? A boutique restaurant brand in the DC area is seeking a **Director of Sales and Marketing** to join our growing team. This hybrid/remote position offers the flexibility to work from home while requiring proximity to our home store in the DC region.

### **Why Join Us?**
- **Comprehensive Benefits Package**
- **Generous PTO Vacation Plan**
- **Competitive Base Salary** ($75K $80K)
- **Substantial Commission Structure**

### **What We’re Looking For**
We are a parent company operating a small collection of boutique, casual-style restaurants with large footprints and event spaces. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter with a proven track record in **restaurant event sales**, **banquet sales**, and **selling buyouts**. Experience in **prospecting** and managing **inbound leads** is essential, along with a knack for **local store marketing** and **social media outreach**.

### **Key Responsibilities**
- Drive event and banquet sales for three restaurant locations.
- Manage and convert inbound leads into successful sales.
- Proactively prospect new business opportunities for private events and buyouts.
- Create and execute sales strategies to maximize revenue opportunities.
- Utilize local store marketing and social media to boost visibility and attract business.
- Collaborate closely with restaurant teams to ensure seamless execution of events.
- Provide support and conduct occasional travel to out-of-state locations.

### **Skills & Experience**
- Proven success in **restaurant event and banquet sales** and selling **private buyouts**.
- Experience in managing leads and building long-term client relationships.
- Ability to work independently, thrive in a self-starter environment, and hit sales targets.
- Strong skills in marketing and social media strategies to drive engagement.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Proximity to the DC area (Virginia or Washington, DC base required).

### **The Role & Opportunity**
This position is commission-based with a competitive base salary and a substantial earning potential. While the role requires no direct reports, it offers incredible growth opportunities, impact, and autonomy. Join a forward-thinking restaurant group with vibrant operations and the tools to succeed.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please send your resume to ****. This role is presented by **award-winning executive recruiter Tom Bull**, bringing unparalleled expertise and insight to connect top talent with top-tier opportunities.

Take the next step in your career with a company that values passion, innovation, and excellence in hospitality!