Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Little River Hospitality Group is a premier North Atlanta wedding and special events production company. With five award-winning event spaces under our management (including one venue which was a finalist for “best wedding venue” in Atlanta for 2023 and 2024) and a highly rated full in-house food and beverage catering team, we are a growing and dynamic organization with a passion and dedication to provide the best possible event experience for our clients. We are currently seeking a new team member for the position of Venue/Catering Sales and Event Manager at our premier venue Brick and Ivey located in Marietta, and for our in-house catering service Southern Charmed Catering! Come join our team and help turn our clients’ dreams and vision into reality!

Job Responsibilities:

• Management of the entire event booking and catering sales process, which includes generating leads, managing advertising and marketing efforts, scheduling and executing tours, and drafting proposals and contracts.
• Developing and updating marketing packages and sales materials. Managing marketing/sales campaigns and events. Assisting with pricing development.
• Working with the Executive Chef/culinary team to meet client needs for booked events, including creating custom menus.
• Monitoring the performance of partner wedding coordinators at Brick and Ivey, and ensuing partner coordinators follow Company rules and procedures.
• Management of certain client interactions via email, phone, and in-person throughout the client relationship.
• Working with outside vendors to manage the relationship and ensure Company rules and procedures are followed.
• Collaborating other Company Departments to ensure smooth execution for each event.
• Assisting with managing the inventory of rental items, linens, and other supplies.
• Assisting the accounting department with invoicing & collecting deposits/payments.
• Working directly with the Company Leadership Team to communicate sales performance, results of marketing campaigns, and to develop Company strategic goals and initiatives.
• Position reports to the Director of Sales and Event Management for the Company.

Applicant Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in hospitality/event/venue/catering sales.
• Strong sales background and aptitude in event sales (preferably weddings and/or high-end special event catering) and a passion for the special events industry, high-end customer service, and serving our clients.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Friendly and outgoing disposition; the desire to provide the highest level of client satisfaction for every event.
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate with a sense of urgency, but also the ability to work within and across teams.
• Eye for detail and very high standards of performance.
• Weekend and evening work is a necessary and significant component of our business. 

Compensation/benefits:

• Compensation package includes a solid base salary, commission based on sales results, and bonuses based on exceptional performance
• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance plan with employer contribution to premiums
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• Small business environment (i.e., not a “corporate” atmosphere/culture), with experienced leadership and peers across the departments forming a strong, professional support system for success in the position

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