Lead Wedding Planner High-End Venue Coatesville, PA | Chester County$55,000-$60,000 base salary plus incentives (closers to $80k+), benefits, future potential Most holidays off!
The Opportunity: Are you a seasoned wedding professional who lives for those "this is exactly what we dreamed of" moments? Join one of Chester County's most sought-after high-end venues and become the driving force behind luxury weddings that feel effortless, personal, and unforgettable. Our reputation is built on white-glove service, custom design, and culinary excellence. We're looking for a Lead Wedding Planner who can elevate that standard even further.
What You'll Do: Own the client journey from signed contract to last dance - you're the expert bringing each couple's dream to life with zero stress on their end Design + execute high-end weddings for 150-300 guests, with budgets typically $75k-$250k+Manage off-premise logistics when we take our services to private estates, vineyards, and unique venues across the Philadelphia Main Line & Brandywine Valley Curate vendor teams from our preferred list of top-tier florists, photographers, bands, and specialty rentals; negotiate contracts and uphold quality standards Lead event weekends including rehearsals, wedding day timeline execution, and vendor management. You run the show. Partner with culinary & design teams to develop farm-to-table menu experiences and immersive tablescapes that reflect each couple's story Maintain profitability by managing event budgets, upselling enhancements, and tracking incentive-eligible revenue goals Be the calm in the storm - problem-solve with grace and keep clients, families, and vendors feeling cared for Must-Haves 3+ years of clear, verifiable wedding planning experience - this is non-negotiable High-end + off-premise experience strongly preferred - you know how to build a luxury event from the ground up in a raw space Portfolio of past weddings with $50k+ budgets and 150+ guests Up on trends, love the business Exceptional communication skills - you can lead a vendor call at 9am and comfort a nervous bride at 9pm Master of timelines, floor plans, Aisle Planner/Social Tables/All Seated, and MS Office/Google Suite Valid driver's license and ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays during peak season Ability to lift 30 lbs and be on your feet 10+ hours on event days Professional presence - you represent the brand to high-net-worth clientele Compensation & Perks$55,000-$60,000 base salary based on experience Uncapped performance incentives tied to client satisfaction, revenue goals, and referrals - top planners earn $80,000+ all-in Health, dental, vision benefits Paid time off + seasonal blackout flexibility Dec-Feb, off most holidays Be part of an established, respected team that's booked months out To Apply: Email your resume, and 3-5 photos/links of weddings you've planned to nate@geckohospitality.com to be considered today!

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Level

Senior

Salary

$55,000-$60,000

Location

Coatesville, PA

Occupation

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Industry

Caterers

Posted

6 days ago

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