Gala Global Corporation Sales Specialist I - Catering & Events Hospitality Manassas, VA · Full time Company website

The Manors is seeking a relationship-driven sales professional who knows how to guide clients through high-value, highly personal purchasing decisions with accuracy. If your background includes commission sales, luxury hospitality, real estate, premium retail, or independent event services, your experience may translate exceptionally well to this role. You will join an established venue portfolio with company-generated inquiries, structured onboarding, benefits, paid time off, and uncapped commission potential. Your focus is clear: create confidence, deliver an exceptional client experience, and convert qualified interest into booked events.

About Gala Global Corporation

The Manors VA is Northern Virginia’s premier collection of historic estates and event venues, offering elegant spaces for weddings, corporate gatherings, galas, and social celebrations. With five distinctive properties each blending timeless architecture, scenic landscapes, and modern amenities. The Manors provides unforgettable experiences supported by in-house catering, spa services, and a dedicated events team. As part of Gala Global Corporation, The Manors continues to set the standard for luxury hospitality and extraordinary events in the region.

Description

THE MANORS

Sales Specialist I

Catering & Events


About The Manors

The Manors operates six luxury event venues across Northern Virginia, including distinctive

historic estates and manor properties that host weddings, private celebrations, and special events

throughout the year. Our in-house catering capabilities allow clients to coordinate venue, menu, service

style, and event experience through an integrated team. Our clients represent a wide range of cultural and religious traditions. Success in this role requires the ability to listen carefully, understand the scope and significance of each celebration, and confidently guide clients through venue options, packages, catering considerations, upgrades, and next steps.


What You Will Do

 *Manage and convert inbound leads generated through company marketing and referral channels.

 *Conduct polished, consultative venue tours that connect client priorities to the right event experience.

 *Guide couples and event hosts through pricing, packages, catering selections, upgrades, and available

options.

 *Prepare proposals and contracts, address questions and objections, and move qualified opportunities

through signature and deposit.

 *Maintain accurate, timely pipeline activity and client records within the CRM.

 *Develop productive referral relationships with planners, photographers, florists, and other event-

industry partners.

 *Coordinate a professional handoff of booked events to the events team to support continuity of the

client experience.


What We Are Looking For

 *Demonstrated success in commission-based, consultative, or high-ticket sales.

 *Confidence guiding clients through emotional, high-value purchasing decisions with professionalism

and sound judgment.

 *Strongly preferred: familiarity with diverse menu styles and multicultural wedding traditions, including

multi-day celebrations, religious and dietary requirements such as halal and kosher sourcing, varied

service formats, and large-format guest counts.

 *Consistent weekend and evening availability, aligned with peak tour and event schedules.

 *Reliable transportation and the flexibility to work across multiple venue locations.

 *Strong organization, follow-through, and CRM discipline across a fast-moving sales pipeline.

 *A warm, polished communication style that builds trust with clients, families, and vendor partners.


Relevant backgrounds may include: luxury hospitality, upscale restaurant service and catering,

independent wedding planning, event or meeting sales, residential real estate, vacation ownership, fine

jewelry, medical aesthetics, and hotel or country club event sales.


Schedule

Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week, including weekends and some evenings. Schedules are set in

advance. Overtime requires prior approval.


Benefits

 Medical, dental, and vision coverage

 Paid time off

 90-day introductory period with structured onboarding and training


How to Apply

Submit your resume through this posting and include a brief note describing a sale you are proud of, the

client need you identified, and what helped you close the opportunity. Gala Global Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not ask applicants about salary history and do not consider it in hiring or compensation decisions.

Salary

$90,000 - $219,000 per year