Ashford Manor Hiring Events Coordinator/Manager

Employer: Ashford Manor Enterprises, LLC.

Job description: The events coordinator/manager will be responsible for answering phones, scheduling appointments with clients, conducting one on one consultations with clients, layout design and coordinating with vendors.  
The Events Coordinator is responsible for all events booked at Ashford Manor Bed and Breakfast and Ashford On Main Event Facility. This person will work closely with the owners and office staff to assure a smooth and successful event.

This position does require significant interaction with clients, meeting planners and event organizers. All planners and organizers should have consistent communication skills as well as excellent organization and service skills. Applicants must have flexible schedule with ability to work nights and weekends. 

Start Date/Period: Immediately

Compensation:  TBD

Minimum Qualifications:  Some events planning experience/background is required. Experience with MS Office Applications. Must have a strong ability to multi-task and efficiently handle multiple events simultaneously. This individual will often assist with the Bed and Breakfast daily operations; assist in the planning of the Ashford Manor "Concerts on the Lawn" series, weddings, receptions, and other special events. Must be willing to perform tasks outside those listed in the job description. Must be able to lift 25 pounds easily and without accommodation.

Primary Job Duties:

1. Events coordination, responsible for logistics of the event and communication between the bride/event guest and Ashford Supervisor; keep accurate and up to date notes and files.
2. Design layouts for weddings and events
3. Assist with consultations on events as needed. 
4. Direct the setup and breakdown of events, as needed.
5. Assist in hosting guests at events.
6. Drafting confirmation letters/contracts.
7. Communication with clients and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with QuickBooks Pro and Reservation Nexus, experience in planning both public and private, large and small scale events is a plus. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Delphi and/or Google Sketch Up is a plus. In lieu of specific experience, ability and willingness to quickly develop these skills during on the job training, or if necessary, on one’s own time.

Additional Information: This position is considered to be part-time and hours may vary based upon the business season. This position is subject to close at any time once a successful candidate has been identified. Please send a resume and the contact information for at least two professional references and one personal reference (not related to you) to ashfordmanor@charter.net. Please do not call for additional information. Potential candidates for employment will be contacted directly for an interview.