The General Manager will be responsible for the management and leadership of the restaurant paying considerable attention at all times to the service and treatment of the customers.  Visibility on the restaurant floor and interaction with the customers is critically important in this position.  The GM will assure a high standard of appearance, hospitality and service along with cleanliness of the restaurant, bar, and support service areas.  Supervise the ongoing training of the staff throughout the year. The GM will work with the corporate team in developing budgets, reporting sales, and operating within financial parameters.  Develop and implement programs to increase revenues and job performance.  The GM will continually interact on the floor to be sure all needs are met of guests and staff.  The GM will also work closely with the Executive Chef and the Director of Operations on administrative duties such as ordering, inventory, scheduling, and cost controls.

                      National Accounts Manager 
                                                                  
                                                                National Restaurant Association

175 W Jackson Blvd; Ste 1500 Chicago IL 60604-2814

Summary The National Accounts Manager will be responsible for achieveing and exceeding assigned sales goals of two events through business development. The NAM will mMaintain and grow a non-geographically assigned sales territory. The NAM will also serve as the main point of contact for approximately 40 strategic bellwether exhibitors. Critical Duties and Responsibilities National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show:

* Sell and maintain exhibit space to companies for National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show via extensive telemarketing (cold-calling), sales letters to key accounts, customer visits to current and prospective accounts and attending competitive shows. Sell exhibit space in appointed pavilions, existing and/or new. NAM is expected to achieve a net square footage goal. Responsible for achieving shared NRA Show sponsorships goal. A high level of activity (phone calls, appointments) is expected at all times.

* Responsible for the overall satisfaction of designated strategic exhibitors by providing excellent customer service. This includes pre-show preparation calls, post-show calls, floor plan configuration calls, collections calls as well as providing operations/logistical assistance. Must maintain role as key point-of-contact for strategic exhibitors, and develop relationships that go beyond the space sale.

* Be a team player with other departments, in providing them pertinent and timely exhibitor issues/news. Maintain clear, up-to-date records and database notes on prospective and existing exhibitors.

* Maintain clear, up-to-date records and database notes on prospective and existing exhibitors. In addition, NAM is expected to provide daily, weekly and monthly sales forecasts; trip summaries; and 30-60-90 day pipelines. NAM will participate in weekly one-on-one meetings with Senior Director of Sales.

* Further knowledge of industry and personal development by participating in sales training. Self-educate in current trends and key new companies in the industry.

* Manage supporting Sales Coordinator by assigning and delegating responsibilities.

International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event (IWSB):

* Sell and maintain exhibit space to companies for IWSB via extensive telemarketing (cold-calling), sales letters to key accounts, and attending competitive shows. NAM is expected to achieve a net square footage goal. Responsible for achieving IWSB sponsorships goal. A high level of activity (phone calls, appointments) is expected at all times.

* Work closely with Senior Director of Sales and Manager of IWSB event in creating, developing, and executing exhibit and sponsorship proposals.

* Maintain clear, up-to-date records and database notes on prospective and existing exhibitors.

* Perform other duties as required by business needs. Required Skills * Superior communication skills and strong customer/team orientation is required.

* Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team and possess a can-do, positive attitude.

* Computer literacy is essential, experience using database management system a plus.

* The position requires overtime and travel to strategic exhibitors and competitive shows. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in related field.

* The ideal candidate will have at least four to six years of relevant experience, preferably in a trade show setting, with two years in a senior professional capacity that includes accountability, supervisory, and autonomous program oversight.

• Background in beverage and alcohol industries a plus.

now a days that means sushi, fish tacos and tuna tartar are included (and we welcome that!).

While we want to stay somewhat close to traditional American cuisine but anything with

some sort of flare and uniqueness is definitely encouraged.

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