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Senior Event Sales & Planning Manager

Job in Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23450, USA
Listing for: Lesner Inn
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
    Event Manager / Planner, Hotel/Hospitality Sales
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Lesner Inn is a waterfront event venue specializing in food and beverage–driven weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. We host over 100 events per year and pride ourselves on hospitality, operational excellence, and strong client relationships.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Position Overview

The Senior Event Sales & Planning Manager leads event sales, client experience, and pre‑event planning while collaborating with kitchen, banquet, and venue operations teams to ensure flawless execution. This role balances sales performance, detailed planning, and event‑day leadership.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage incoming inquiries and assigned lead flow
  • Conduct venue tours and manage the booking process
  • Prepare proposals, contracts, floor plans, and BEOs
  • Lead tastings and planning meetings
  • Oversee planning from contract through execution
  • Serve as Event Manager or Day‑Of Coordinator for high touch events
  • Provide additional on‑site leadership support for events managed by junior team members
  • Coordinate with kitchen, bar, banquet, and venue operations teams
  • Mentor and support junior sales and planning staff
  • Assist with annual open house and sales materials updates
Qualifications
  • 4+ years in event sales, hospitality, catering, or venue management
  • Strong food & beverage knowledge
  • Excellent organization and communication skills
  • Weekend availability required
  • Performance‑based incentives
Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job details
  • Job function:
    Sales and Business Development
  • Industry: Hospitality
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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