Pisco y Nazca located (Reston, VA) is Hiring!

“Pisco y Nazca” a popular saying in Peru, translates into having fun in a social environment encompassing exceptional cocktails. The vision behind Pisco Y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar, is one of a lively place serving bold-flavored dishes, unique cocktails and a vast selection of national and international beers inspired by top restaurants in Peru.

Pisco y Nazca (Reston, VA) is seeking a full-time Operations Sales Manager to join our restaurant.

As the Operations Sales Manager you will be able to enjoy a dual role as Events Sales Manager and Operations Manager. You will focus most of your time on selling, organizing, and executing private events at Pisco y Nazca in Reston, VA. You will also support the day-to day operations of the restaurant. You will be an integral part of the leadership team. This position reports directly to the Managing Partner (General Manager). We deliver high standards of service, quality and pride in all that we do. If you share our passion for hospitality, we encourage you to apply!

Primary Responsibilities for the Operational Restaurant Sales Manager:

• Will drive private dining/catering sales for the restaurant by utilizing cold calling and business lists
• Identify new sales opportunities by effectively analyzing metrics, program results, and monitoring competitive activity
• Identify, partner, and participate with local and national organizations that support private dining/catering sales while building relationships and drive lead generation
• Build Sales Pipeline to effectively target competition as well as relationships with customers.
• Contact previous customers to understand how their private dining/catering needs have changed and build relationship to grow sales in the future.
• Appropriately follow-up with customers to ensure the restaurant is meeting and exceeding their expectations.
• Partner with restaurant operations to develop innovative sales strategies and tactics that build private dinning/catering sales as well as grow the brand in the community.
• Will coach and support the Regional and General Manager in developing outsides sales capabilities of restaurants, call backs and appropriate follow-up for orders.
• Ensure that all guests feel always welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to our standards
• Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures
• Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports, and schedules in an organized and timely manner
• Be a leader to our employees: continually develop and train team members, create team schedules, make employee selection and termination decisions, and ensure that all restaurant policies are followed and completed on a timely basis
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county, and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests
• Develop, plan, and carry out restaurant marketing, advertising, and promotional activities and campaigns

Requirements for the Operational Restaurant Sales Manager:

• Must have open shift availability without restrictions
• 2 years previous restaurant management experience is preferred.
• Previous restaurant private dinning or catering sales experience in Reston is preferred.
• Must have 3-5 years of experience in private dinning or catering sales for restaurants
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Working knowledge of restaurant operations
• College degree preferred
• Experience in cold calling
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Solid coaching ability to support restaurant initiatives
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Ability to speak and write English fluently
• High school diploma or equivalent
• College degree preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $58-62k + 3% Commision
• Grow with us! We offer a growth and development plan for strong employees called the Passport Program.
• 19 PTO days per year, accrued on a monthly basis.
• 3 paid holidays per year, all restaurants will be closed in observance of the following holidays: Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
• Upon date of hire you are eligible for 5 sick days per year.
• CRG shows its commitment to our Team Member’s work-life balance with a five-day work week and are compensated if they must stay longer.
• CRG contributes to Team Member Medical Plans.
• Additional insurance plans are available to our Team Members such as - Dental, Vision, Life, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance.
• 401k with up to 4% company match.
• Comp card worth $100.00 monthly that may be used for food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases when you dine at any Bulla, Pisco y Nazca, and Beehive Kitchen Restaurant, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.