Business Development Manager (Catering Services)


The Blue Light Barnacullia Dublin 18
Dublin, DUBLIN D18 PF72
Ireland

Industry
Food Services
Job Start Date
03/02/2025
Experience Required
Yes
Pay
From €34,000 To €34,000
Per Year    
Employment Type
Employee
Work Schedule
Full-Time Permanent
Travel
Travel Required

Job Description
WH Catering Services Limited is searching for a dynamic bilingual individual to fill the role of Business Development Manager (Catering Services). This role is pivotal in driving sales, expanding our market presence, and ensuring the financial health of our catering operations. Additionally, leveraging Mandarin language skills to effectively engage Chinese and other Asian customers and partners will be a key component of this role.
Responsibilities:
Business development -
•Conduct market research to pinpoint potential clients and understand catering industry trends.
•Target and secure new business opportunities, including Bars and restaurants, corporate events, private parties, and other catering needs.
•Prepare detailed proposals, contracts, and pricing structures tailored to client needs
•Foster and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
•Organize and lead client meetings, presentations, and tastings to secure new contracts.
•Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials and campaigns.
•Managing our online platforms both in Chinese and English
•Attend events, activities, and networking functions to promote WH Catering Services among the Asian communities in Ireland.
•Build a strong brand presence within the Asian community
•Monitor and control departmental expenses to stay within budget.
•Conduct cost analysis for catering services to ensure competitive and profitable pricing
•Negotiate contracts with clients to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
•Ensure all contracts comply with financial and legal regulations.
 
  • Job category: business manager
  • Company: WH CATERING SERVICES LIMITED
  • Job Location: THE BLUE LIGHT Barnacullia Sandyford Co. Dublin D18 PF72 
  • Start date: 03/02/2025
  • Contract type: Permanent Full-time
  • Position: 1
  • Career level: Experienced [Non-Managerial]
  • Salary: 34000.00 Euro Annually
  • Hours per week: 39
  • Remote/Blended Working: No
  • Sector:
 Email: Wuwenhui03@gmail.com
 
 
Job Requirements
·Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field.
·Minimum of 3 years of experience in business development, sales, or a similar role within the catering or hospitality industry.
·Fluency in Mandarin is essential; proficiency in other Asian languages is a plus.
·Having practical experience in restaurant operations or catering environment will be preferable
·Strong negotiation skills
·Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, multicultural team environment.
·Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
·Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial management software.
Employer

David Wu
The Blue Light Barnacullia Dublin 18
Dublin DUBLIN D18 PF72
Ireland