Event Sales Manager Job at Lesner Inn, Virginia Beach, VA

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  • Lesner Inn
  • Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Event Sales Manager (Junior / Associate Level)

Location: Virginia Beach, VA Position Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Some Weekends Required

About Lesner Inn

Lesner Inn is a waterfront event venue specializing in food and beverage–driven weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. We host approximately 100–115 events per year and are known for strong operations, elevated hospitality, and a warm, relationship-focused client experience.

This role is designed for someone looking to grow within venue sales and event planning, with clear structure, mentorship, and a defined path toward more senior planning responsibilities.

Role Purpose

The Event Sales Manager supports sales and planning operations by managing defined portions of the client workflow while building experience toward senior sales and planning roles. This position focuses on sales support, planning execution, and learning venue-based event operations.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone early in their career who is organized, eager to learn, and excited to work in a live event environment.

Core Responsibilities

Sales Support

Answer new lead emails

Conduct tours for new inquiries

Assist with sales follow-up and client communication

Prepare proposals and contracts

Planning & Documentation

Update Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) for assigned events

Assist clients with menu selections, layouts, and timelines

Support planning meetings through preparation and documentation

Manage assigned events from planning through execution

Event Support

Act as lead event manager or as planning support, as needed

Assist senior planners or event managers on-site as needed

Support event-day organization and client experience

Work towards lead day-of coordinator

Who This Role Is Best For

Someone with 1–3 years of experience in hospitality, events, or customer service

A candidate interested in venue sales and event planning (not full-service planning)

A highly organized, detail-oriented communicator Someone comfortable working on-site and on weekends

A professional eager to learn and grow within a venue environment

Compensation & Growth

Competitive entry-level salary (based on experience)

Structured training and mentorship

Clear growth path toward Senior Event Sales & Planning Manager roles

Why Join Lesner Inn

This role offers real exposure to:

Venue-based event sales

Food & beverage–driven planning

High-volume event operations

Professional growth within a supportive team structure

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief note explaining your interest in venue sales and event planning.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Job Tags

Full time, Weekend work,

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