Event Manager - Cruiseport Gloucester

About the role

The Cruiseport Gloucester is a waterfront wedding and event venue on the North Shore, part of the Beauport Hospitality Group. We deliver well-planned events with excellent service. We are seeking an experienced Events Manager to join our team and oversee seamless event execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging and informative site tours for prospective clients, showcasing the beauty and unique features of our property in accordance with Beauport Hospitality Group (BHG) guidelines.
• Manage the entire sales pipeline from inquiry to contract, maintaining organized files and ensuring prompt, professional follow-up.
• Expertly present our food and beverage options, creating detailed, customized proposals and contracts for clients.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building strong, trusting relationships to understand their vision and exceed their expectations throughout the planning process.
• Generate and service all aspects of wedding events, including event space design and food & beverage selections.
• Produce comprehensive Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and detailed floor plans to ensure flawless communication and execution by our operations team.
• Cookordination with internal teams and external vendors to manage event timelines and the complete production of the event.
• Oversee event setup and execution to ensure every detail aligns with the client's vision and our high standards.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-4 years of progressive experience in Catering, Hospitality, and Event Management.
• Direct experience managing weddings from sale to execution is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Events, Sales, Hospitality, or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong knowledge of industry-relevant Catering Sales Systems (Caterease experience is a plus) and room diagramming software.
• Knowledge of sales and event operations in a high-end hospitality environment.

Skills

• Thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment, maintaining maximum efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Possesses an event design background or experience as a private planner and is looking to bring their creative vision to a premier event venue.
• A natural leader who can effectively guide staff and work cohesively as part of a dedicated team.
• Demonstrates sound logic and judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• A self-directed, motivated, and adaptable individual with a consistently positive attitude.
• Has a flexible schedule and is available to work weekends and holidays as dictated by the event calendar.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members. Salary range is $60,000–$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience, with additional event-based compensation.
• Sign-on bonus: $1,000 after 90 days, $1,000 after 6 months
• Benefits Package: Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Accounts, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Access to Beauport Hospitality Group Perks