Wedding Coordinator + Sales Trainee

Wedgewood Weddings is looking for a dynamic addition to our Catering Team! We are accepting applications for a CCSA (Captain, Coordinator, Sales Administrator)!

The CCSA role is the gateway position that is designed to train staff to become a full-time Wedding Consultant & Coordinator. Being a CCSA is the perfect manner in which to learn the Wedgwood Way!

This opportunity is a fantastic way to learn everything about producing and leading our events while learning the catering sales process. We create beautiful and extraordinary wedding ceremonies & receptions! This is a perfect opportunity to join our company at an entry level with the tremendous opportunity to grow.

Remember, we work when our clients and guests play, so weekend, evening and holiday availability is mandatory.

First and foremost, we are looking for candidates with a positive attitude and a brilliant smile!

Qualified candidates will:

~ have a passion for weddings, events and the hospitality industry

~ possess a college degree or be a current student in an accredited academic program or have substantial hospitality experience

~ have two years' hospitality experience (preferred but not required)

~ have strong computer skills~ solid knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required

~ be able to analyze and solve problems while multi-tasking

~ has tremendous interpersonal skills (verbal/written/listening/presentation)

~ possess strong organization and time management skills

~ have the willingness to do "whatever it takes" to get the job done

~ be willing to work a variety of shifts, weekends, evenings and holidays

~ be able to exhibit grace under pressure

~ can relate to a diverse set of team members and clients

~ be able to lift chairs, move tables and participate in the set-up/tear-down of banquets.

The position is a combination of the Reception Captain, Wedding Coordinator, and Wedding Consultant Trainee/Administrator. Individuals who are successful in all aspects of this position will have the opportunity to be considered for full-time Catering Manager (our Wedding Consultant/Coordinator role) jobs at this and other Wedgewood Wedding locations.

Reception Captain duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

~Set-Up and Clean-Up of all banquets

~Managing vendors and banquet servers to execute perfect weddings and banquets

~Maintain pro-active and constant communication with the Bride/Groom or Event Organizer to ensure fantastic results

~Act as the Manager on Duty in the absence of the management team

Consultant Trainee and Wedding Coordinator duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

~Running the sales office in the absence of the Catering Sales Managers

~Schedule and conduct personal consultations, invitations, details, and final meetings for clients.

~Close sales & finalize contracts with clients.

~Review previous business/clients and contact for rebooking.

~Obtain guaranteed counts/payments/details for all events.

~Communicate detailed information with the catering team.

~Coordinating final details and guest counts with all vendors.

~Coordinate wedding rehearsals and "Day of Coordination."

The compensation for this position is hourly with a quarterly bonus plan. Our company culture fosters teamwork, guest service, and individual accountability. We offer a competitive compensation package including health, vision, dental and life insurance. We also have a 401k plan with a company match after an initial waiting period.

Wedgewood Weddings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.