Wooden Paddle
Event Sales & Venue Manager - Remi La Grange
Wooden Paddle, Posen, Illinois, United States, 60469
Event Sales & Venue Manager - Remi La Grange
Are you the kind of person who loves to check things off your list
and can't rest until all open loops are closed? Are you a bit fanatical about the details, making sure things are buttoned-up and done just right? Do you pride yourself on always being five steps ahead
with a plan, a backup plan, and a backup for the backup? Are you the kind of person that people just like
warm, approachable, and easy to talk to? Do you love bringing fun events to life? Are you the type of person that takes your career seriously, but doesn't take yourself too seriously? Yes?! Then YOU should join our team! Why Work Here?
Here are some of the perks! PPO medical, dental, & vision insurance with 50% company contribution 401K retirement savings plan w/ 3% company match 2 weeks of paid time off & 5 sick days Flexible days off, typically back-to-back A generous, never-expires, $250 monthly food & drink allowance A 20% employee discount on food & drinks at Wooden Paddle, for you & your whole table A 20% employee discount on Wooden Paddle's drop-off catering Free Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner boxes for you & your family - so you don't have to cook on the holidays! Attendance at fun, "State of the Company" company events twice a year Access to lots of company-paid business coaching & resources As a company, we run on EOS; so we're a collaborative, strategic, and winning team (i.e. no more meetings that just waste your time - promise!) Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & your birthday off, automatically The opportunity to grow quickly with a forward-thinking company that regularly reinvests in itself and its people *Selected benefits are for full-time team members only. What Does A Typical Day Look Like? Responsibilities As our Event Sales & Venue Manager - Remi La Grange, you're the face of Remi from first hello to final thank-you, welcoming and walking alongside clients every step of the way. These are the results you'll be hired to accomplish: ? Book The Calendar Full of Private Events You'll turn leads into bookings by replying fast, giving great tours, following up quickly, and being genuinely helpful
never salesy. The result? You'll win event after event, and keep the calendar brimming. ? Plan & Execute Rave-Worthy Events Once an event is booked, you take it across the finish line. You'll coordinate the details, lead client communication, and bring it all to life on the day-of
delivering an event guests won't stop talking about. ? Drive In-House Catering Sales You'll grow our in-house catering by making it the easy, obvious choice for full-day events. Sure, they could go with another caterer, but why would they want to? ? Run Rock-Solid Venue Operations You'll keep the space looking great and running smooth
every day. Whether it's for a last-minute tour, or back-to-back-to-back events, you make sure the venue runs like a dream. ? Fill Calendar Gaps with Profitable Public Events Empty dates? Not on your watch. You'll plan and execute public events that are fun, profitable, and keep the space buzzing between private bookings. *As a disclaimer: This is a new-ish position, in a rapidly growing company, in an always-changing industry. That means that this position and its responsibilities will continue to evolve. So, if you're change-adverse, this job ain't it. That being said - if you're good with change, and are willing to try new things - you'll love this job, and it'll love you right back. Pay We pay a base wage of $50,000 - $60,000, depending on experience, plus a performance-based bonus for booked events
no caps, no mystery math. Total compensation for this position will likely fall between $55000 - $65000 per year. Work Schedule This position is full-time with a flexible schedule designed around the demands of sales activities and booked events. This position will regularly work a mix of days, nights, weekdays, and weekends. Will You Fit In Here?
Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they're not just bullsh*t words slapped on a wall - they're who we are - and they're non-negotiables for working here. You'll feel super *comfy* and right at home if these words describe you: You Come With Batteries Included You're a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn't need hand-holding to get things done. You're Scrappy You're a resourceful problem solver who makes things happen; if there's no door, you get in through a window. You Take Your Work Seriously You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the *right* way. But, You Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously You're a positive team player who's quick to laugh at your own mistakes, open to feedback, and humble about your wins. And if these words don't describe you? You'll be decidedly *uncomfy* here. So, fair warning - If you're a cranky-ass problem-bringer who's cool with being super-mid at your job and needs constant hand holding may we suggest working literally anywhere else? Job Requirements:
Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves: 2+ years of professional Event Sales experience
selling Catering, Venues, or Private Dining 2+ years of hands-on experience working events
in Catering, Venues, or Private Dining Experience in an equivalent role, strongly preferred A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or similar, a major plus! Very comfortable communicating over email, phone, and face-to-face Naturally wired to follow through and close open loops Extremely detail-oriented
you triple-check your calendar and spell names right the first time Tech-savvy and confident navigating new software systems Must be at least 21 years old Must have open availability - including regular nights, weekends, and holidays Comfortable working about 45-ish hours per week, with regular nights and weekends Must have a valid driver's license & sole access to a personal vehicle Familiarity with Pipedrive, Tripleseat, and Total Party Planner
a major plus!
Are you the kind of person who loves to check things off your list
and can't rest until all open loops are closed? Are you a bit fanatical about the details, making sure things are buttoned-up and done just right? Do you pride yourself on always being five steps ahead
with a plan, a backup plan, and a backup for the backup? Are you the kind of person that people just like
warm, approachable, and easy to talk to? Do you love bringing fun events to life? Are you the type of person that takes your career seriously, but doesn't take yourself too seriously? Yes?! Then YOU should join our team! Why Work Here?
Here are some of the perks! PPO medical, dental, & vision insurance with 50% company contribution 401K retirement savings plan w/ 3% company match 2 weeks of paid time off & 5 sick days Flexible days off, typically back-to-back A generous, never-expires, $250 monthly food & drink allowance A 20% employee discount on food & drinks at Wooden Paddle, for you & your whole table A 20% employee discount on Wooden Paddle's drop-off catering Free Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner boxes for you & your family - so you don't have to cook on the holidays! Attendance at fun, "State of the Company" company events twice a year Access to lots of company-paid business coaching & resources As a company, we run on EOS; so we're a collaborative, strategic, and winning team (i.e. no more meetings that just waste your time - promise!) Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & your birthday off, automatically The opportunity to grow quickly with a forward-thinking company that regularly reinvests in itself and its people *Selected benefits are for full-time team members only. What Does A Typical Day Look Like? Responsibilities As our Event Sales & Venue Manager - Remi La Grange, you're the face of Remi from first hello to final thank-you, welcoming and walking alongside clients every step of the way. These are the results you'll be hired to accomplish: ? Book The Calendar Full of Private Events You'll turn leads into bookings by replying fast, giving great tours, following up quickly, and being genuinely helpful
never salesy. The result? You'll win event after event, and keep the calendar brimming. ? Plan & Execute Rave-Worthy Events Once an event is booked, you take it across the finish line. You'll coordinate the details, lead client communication, and bring it all to life on the day-of
delivering an event guests won't stop talking about. ? Drive In-House Catering Sales You'll grow our in-house catering by making it the easy, obvious choice for full-day events. Sure, they could go with another caterer, but why would they want to? ? Run Rock-Solid Venue Operations You'll keep the space looking great and running smooth
every day. Whether it's for a last-minute tour, or back-to-back-to-back events, you make sure the venue runs like a dream. ? Fill Calendar Gaps with Profitable Public Events Empty dates? Not on your watch. You'll plan and execute public events that are fun, profitable, and keep the space buzzing between private bookings. *As a disclaimer: This is a new-ish position, in a rapidly growing company, in an always-changing industry. That means that this position and its responsibilities will continue to evolve. So, if you're change-adverse, this job ain't it. That being said - if you're good with change, and are willing to try new things - you'll love this job, and it'll love you right back. Pay We pay a base wage of $50,000 - $60,000, depending on experience, plus a performance-based bonus for booked events
no caps, no mystery math. Total compensation for this position will likely fall between $55000 - $65000 per year. Work Schedule This position is full-time with a flexible schedule designed around the demands of sales activities and booked events. This position will regularly work a mix of days, nights, weekdays, and weekends. Will You Fit In Here?
Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they're not just bullsh*t words slapped on a wall - they're who we are - and they're non-negotiables for working here. You'll feel super *comfy* and right at home if these words describe you: You Come With Batteries Included You're a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn't need hand-holding to get things done. You're Scrappy You're a resourceful problem solver who makes things happen; if there's no door, you get in through a window. You Take Your Work Seriously You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the *right* way. But, You Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously You're a positive team player who's quick to laugh at your own mistakes, open to feedback, and humble about your wins. And if these words don't describe you? You'll be decidedly *uncomfy* here. So, fair warning - If you're a cranky-ass problem-bringer who's cool with being super-mid at your job and needs constant hand holding may we suggest working literally anywhere else? Job Requirements:
Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves: 2+ years of professional Event Sales experience
selling Catering, Venues, or Private Dining 2+ years of hands-on experience working events
in Catering, Venues, or Private Dining Experience in an equivalent role, strongly preferred A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or similar, a major plus! Very comfortable communicating over email, phone, and face-to-face Naturally wired to follow through and close open loops Extremely detail-oriented
you triple-check your calendar and spell names right the first time Tech-savvy and confident navigating new software systems Must be at least 21 years old Must have open availability - including regular nights, weekends, and holidays Comfortable working about 45-ish hours per week, with regular nights and weekends Must have a valid driver's license & sole access to a personal vehicle Familiarity with Pipedrive, Tripleseat, and Total Party Planner
a major plus!