The Bohlin is looking for a Sales & Event Manager to join the team.
The Bohlin is a seasonal wedding & event destination that nods to the nautical heritage of Newport. The Bohlin embodies the historic character of Newport¹s downtown waterfront while embracing a coastal chic design aesthetic. Centered in a world-class marina, the Bohlin's dockside terrace is surrounded by sailboats and luxury yachts, creating a unique and dramatic backdrop for social and corporate events. The Bohlin is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!
About the Position: In the Sales & Event Manager role, you are responsible for driving catering sales within the social market, including weddings, milestone celebrations, showers, and other special occasions.
About You: You are passionate, energetic and to whom pleasing and impressing guests comes naturally.
Essential Duties:
- Proactively generates social catering business through outreach, referrals, local partnerships, and marketing-driven leads.
- Respond promptly to inquiries and guide clients through the sales process, offering customized proposals, menus, and site tours.
- Build strong client relationships that result in repeat business, positive reviews, and referrals.
- Prepare proposals and contracts based on availability
- Consistently meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets
- Maintain accurate records in CRM or event planning software (e.g., Tripleseat, Social Tables)
- Submit weekly sales pacing, forecasting, and activity reports
- Stay informed on social event trends, seasonal offerings, and guest experience enhancements.
- Participate in venue showcases and industry events as needed
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation $60,00-$62,000/Year – Plus Commission!
- Sick, Holiday, and Vacation paid time off
- Excellent health, dental and vision benefits with a flex spending account option
- HRA
- Ability Assist (EAP)
- Life/Disability Insurance
- Great 401k match
- Employee Ownership Opportunities
- 35% discount when dining in our locations
- Perk spot options
- Wholesale Club Membership Reimbursement Program
- Manager’s Dining Card
About Newport Restaurant Group: We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.
