Venue Operations & Sales Manager
Overview
You will own venue operations and sales at Pearl Manor Venue, a private estate hosting once-in-a-lifetime weddings and events. You will lead event setup, dinner service, and cleanup while driving client tours and contract sales. Working alongside a dedicated event coordinator and reporting to the venue director, you will manage inventory, staff scheduling, and facility upkeep. This role demands physical stamina for fast-paced event days and sharp communication to wow clients from first tour to final goodbye.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead event setup: arrange chairs, tables, and exterior elements to match the event plan.
- 2Direct dinner service: oversee food delivery, staff placement, and guest needs during meals.
- 3Manage event cleanup: reset the venue, wash dishes, launder linens, and restock supplies.
- 4Run client tours: showcase the estate with confidence and naturally connect with prospects.
- 5Drive sales: follow up with tour guests, prepare contracts and invoices, and close bookings.
- 6Schedule and supervise event staff: assign roles, provide direction, and lead by example.
- 7Monitor inventory and order supplies: track dinnerware, linens, and janitorial items.
- 8Coordinate with the kitchen manager to ensure catering accuracy for each event.
- 9Keep facilities spotless: clean bathrooms, dishes, and common areas on non-event days.
- 10Support maintenance projects, including operating a zero turn mower safely.
Requirements8
- 12+ years scheduling and managing teams (required, as stated in application questions).
- 22+ years operating events, demonstrating speed and efficiency for execution.
- 3Physical ability for fast-paced event setup and live problem-solving.
- 4Proficient with CRM software and Excel for tracking clients, contracts, and inventory.
- 5Strong communication skills to provide a grand client experience from start to finish.
- 6Willingness to work weekends and evenings (Thursday-Monday schedule, 40-50 hrs/week).
- 7Ability to work independently with occasional guidance from the venue director.
- 8Above-average maintenance skills and ability to safely operate a zero-turn mower.
Salary Insight
$50k per year
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