Wedding Venue General Manager
About The Position
Wedgewood Weddings is seeking an experienced hospitality leader to join their General Manager in Training (GMIT) program. This program is a focused development track for established leaders, not a beginner's course, designed to help them master Wedgewood's proven venue management model. Over 6–12 months, trainees will gain hands-on experience across all departments, including sales, event execution, culinary operations, and financial management. They will be supported by a network of General Managers and centralized teams in HR, marketing, and accounting. The goal is to provide the tools, structure, and time to ensure confidence and long-term success as a Wedgewood Weddings General Manager, ultimately leading their own property. Wedgewood Weddings is a family-owned company, revolutionizing the wedding industry since 1986, with over 80 venues nationwide. They offer an all-inclusive approach to wedding planning, with teams handling every detail to create stress-free, flawless, fun, and memorable events, delivering the best value, service, and convenience to every client.
Requirements
- A proven leader with experience managing people in hospitality, events, or a sales-driven environment
- Energized by high-volume service and fast-paced operations
- Results-oriented and skilled at motivating teams to achieve goals
- A natural coach who leads through accountability and encouragement
- Detail-oriented and organized, with strong time management skills
- Tech-savvy and comfortable using business software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Passionate about hospitality and eager to grow your career
Responsibilities
- Oversee all venue departments—culinary, sales, event planning, and banquet operations
- Recruit, train, and develop talented teams through coaching, motivation, and daily leadership
- Drive financial success by managing revenue, labor, and cost control
- Execute high-volume events with precision, poise, and a guest-first mindset
- Champion our culture and uphold brand standards through positivity, professionalism, and integrity
- Adapt to a dynamic schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and holidays
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus potential
- Self-managed PTO
- Paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k match)
- Growth-oriented culture
- Highly rated workplace
- Employee Ownership Program (meaningful compensation opportunity tied directly to the company's financial performance and growth, with payouts ranging from 4-18+ months of salary for GMs)
- Quarterly Bonus: $2,500
- Training Bonus: $5,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
