Sales Manager - Private Dining - Restaurant

Job DetailsJob Location: Tria Restaurant Bar Event Center - North Oaks, MN 55127Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $52,000.00 - $52,000.00 Base+Commission/yearJob Shift: Varies, includes Weekends & HolidaysJob Category: Marketing, SalesBASE SALARY PLUS COMMISSION

Drives private dining and special event sales across multiple Morrissey Hospitality restaurant properties. Manages the sales process from initial inquiry through event execution, building strong client relationships while partnering closely with operations, culinary, and marketing teams to deliver seamless guest experiences.  

       ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales Strategy & Business Development

Develop and execute a private dining sales plan, including competitive analysis and growth initiatives
Proactively generate new business through outbound sales efforts, market prospecting, and relationship building.
Build and maintain a robust client pipeline across corporate, social, and community segments
Monitor market trends and adapt sales strategies to maximize opportunity

Client Experience & Event Sales

Serve as primary point of contact from inquiry through event execution

Conduct site tours, client presentations, and tastings
Create customized proposals, contracts, and detailed event orders
Guide clients on menus, beverage options, space selection, and event design
Serve as event coordinator and advisor during high-profile and large events to minimize confusion and ensure seamless execution
Provide accurate, timely estimates and recommend solutions aligned with client budgets

Event Coordination & Internal Communication

Plan and coordinate event details with culinary, operations, and leadership teams
Lead or support on-site coordination for higher-profile or complex events
Review and communicate event details at department meetings
Ensure all event documentation is accurate, complete, and distributed on schedule

Financial Performance & Reporting

Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals
Track deposits, receivables, and contribution margins
Create and maintain sales productivity reports and forecasting tools
Support menu pricing updates and private dining program development

Administrative & Marketing Support

Maintain organized sales and event files
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly administrative tasks
Collaborate with Marketing on sales and collateral and communications
Support special projects and additional initiatives as assigned
QualificationsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of similar sales experience
Three (3) years of hotel food & beverage or restaurant experience.  
Strong competence in Microsoft Office 365 software.
Point of Sale, Reservation (Open Table), and/or Property Management software experience.
Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to position self to move about.
The employee frequently is required to operate and use specific tools and equipment, and communicate with guests, employees, owners, and management.
The employee will need to travel (locally) to other properties weekly.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Five (5) years of hotel food & beverage or restaurant experience.
Microsoft Office 365 Certification
Bilingual (Spanish)

We are inspired by connections.   We build genuine, authentic relationships with our guests, our employees and our partners, and provide memorable moments, exceptional experiences and operational excellence.  Our team must exemplify our company cornerstones of “Growing Together”:

Are you committed?
Do you exhibit professionalism?
Do you strive for perfection every day?
Do you accept accountability?

The answer to each cornerstone must unequivocally be YES, or the foundation weakens, and it will be obvious who is not "All-In."  Being 100% all-in is much easier than being 99.9% or less. Once you make a 100% commitment, there are no exceptions. It's a done deal. You never have to think about it again. Ultimately, your 100% commitment will determine your progress and happiness within our company.

About Tattersall Distilling 
Tattersall Distilling in River Falls, WI is a destination distillery, event center, and dining experience. With over 75,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, Tattersall offers guests everything from a world-class cocktail room and full service restaurant, to onsite wedding, corporate meeting, and special event catering and coordination.  

The Tattersall culinary team prepares elevated New American cuisine, using fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients whenever possible.  The Tattersall River Falls culinary team works collaboratively, intentionally, and creatively to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.   

Tattersall is operated by Morrissey Hospitality