Catering & Events Director

Catering & Events Director – Chick-fil-A Bucktown & Wicker Park

Are you a go-getter who thrives on building relationships, making calls, and closing deals? Chick-fil-A Bucktown & Wicker Park are looking for a driven, professional Catering & Events Director to grow our catering business across both locations through proactive outreach, community sampling, and CRM-based relationship management.

This isn't a desk job. We want a hands-on leader who's energized by results, thrives in the community, and loves sharing great food and service with others.

Compensation & Benefits

• Approx. $56,160/year base salary (40 hours/week)
• 1.5% commission on all new catering sales generated outside the restaurants, across both locations (e.g., $30,000 in sales = $450 commission)
• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and bonus incentives
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Free meals on and off the clock
• $12.99/month subscription stipend
• $50/month phone stipend
• $250/month wellness stipend
• $200 bi-annual uniform stipend

What You'll Do

• Drive catering sales through cold calling, in-person sampling, and outreach to local businesses, schools, churches, and organizations across the Bucktown and Wicker Park communities
• Manage contacts, leads, and opportunities using CRM tools
• Deliver and set up catering orders at both locations with excellence and professionalism
• Represent Chick-fil-A Bucktown & Wicker Park with integrity, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serving others
• Collaborate with leadership at both locations to build strategies and hit growth targets
• Assist with packaging and prepping food for catering and delivery
• Build brand awareness and loyalty across both communities
• Track sales performance and refine outreach strategy over time
• Travel regularly between both locations as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Commission-driven and hungry to grow sales
• Proven track record in sales, catering, or business development
• Comfortable cold calling and building relationships from scratch
• Experience with CRM tools
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to manage multiple leads and tasks at once
• Professional presentation in every interaction
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle (regular travel between locations required)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
• Food service or hospitality experience preferred
• Able to work independently and think like an owner

Why Chick-fil-A Bucktown & Wicker Park?

Chick-fil-A is one of the most respected brands in the country, known for great food and even better service. At Bucktown & Wicker Park, we're not just about chicken. We're about growth, leadership, and making a positive impact in both of our communities. This is a high-opportunity role with real potential for career advancement and commission-based earnings.