Junior Sales Executive
Company: Addison Group
Location: Reston
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Junior Sales
Executive Industry: Catering / Hospitality / Events Location (city,
state): Alexandria, VA Assignment Type: Direct Hire (Full-Time)
Pay: $68,000–$73,000 annually commission Work Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours/week) Fully onsite |
Overtime eligible with approval Benefits: This position may be
eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a well-established catering and
events organization based in the Washington, DC metro area. Our
client supports high-profile corporate, nonprofit, and cultural
events and is known for delivering polished, large-scale
experiences. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their
sales team and seeking motivated talent interested in building a
long-term career in catering and hospitality sales. Job
Description: Our client is seeking a Junior Sales Executive to
support and grow their catering sales efforts. This role begins
with a structured onboarding and training period, working closely
with experienced sales leaders to learn proposal development,
client engagement, and event coordination. Once fully trained, the
Junior Sales Executive will manage client relationships, drive new
business, and oversee events from initial inquiry through
successful execution. This is an excellent opportunity for someone
with hospitality or event experience who enjoys client-facing work
and wants to transition into a revenue-focused sales role. Key
Responsibilities: Assist senior sales team members with proposals,
client communications, and event logistics during the onboarding
phase Learn and apply the sales process to support new business
development efforts Build and maintain strong client relationships
to encourage repeat and referral business Manage catered events
from contract through execution, ensuring a seamless client
experience Coordinate internally with operations and culinary teams
to deliver successful events Conduct post-event follow-ups to
gather feedback and support future bookings Contribute to team
initiatives and support overall sales growth Qualifications: 2–3
years of experience in catering, hospitality, events, or
entry-level sales with direct client interaction Interest in
developing a long-term career in catering or hospitality sales
Experience managing events or client accounts from start to finish,
including follow-up Strong communication and relationship-building
skills Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced
environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CRM or proposal
software experience is a plus Proactive, detail-oriented, and
customer-focused mindset Additional Details: Department: Sales Team
Environment: Collaborative sales team supporting events and
business development Reason for Opening: Growth and expansion Start
Date: Early February (ideal) Company Size: 150 employees Perks:
Competitive base salary with commission Exposure to high-profile
events and clients Structured training and mentorship from
experienced sales leaders Clear growth path within a stable and
expanding organization Onsite work environment with team
collaboration Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all
employees and applicants for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age,
disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status
as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state
and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and
local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every
location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable
accommodation is available for qualified individuals with
disabilities, upon request. Admin5
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