The Group & Events Manager leads planning and coordination for group and wedding events at a lodge near Yosemite National Park. This hands-on role involves managing corporate groups, weddings, and special events from start to finish, working closely with the Group & Events Director and supported by an experienced operations team. The manager is responsible for event execution, coordinating with department managers, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining catering inventories. The role is self-directed and ideal for someone who enjoys direct outreach, guest contact, and varied responsibilities in a remote, nature-filled setting.

Responsibilities

Corporate group planning
Wedding planning, including rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception
Special event planning
Coordination room blocks, deposits, etc.
Coordinating tastings and menu planning
Coordinating group recreation and other special needs
Day of event execution including; working with and communicating to department managers leading up to event execution, support in any moment-to-moment issues, ensuring accurate billing, and being present to work with guests to ensure their needs are met.
Managing and maintaining catering inventories
Ranch-wide special events like holidays
Communicate professionally at all times with all staff and management
Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment
Work safely, address/report safety issues, and use proper personal protective equipment
Comply with work shift schedules and break requirements
Perform other duties as assigned, including additional Ranch support as needed

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus
Some prior work experience in event management; hospitality preferred
Wedding or similar high-end events experience
Experience successfully living/working in rural/remote environment preferred
Strong guest service and hospitality focus
Mature, personable leader with relaxed nature
Execution-oriented; enjoys hands-on implementation
Disciplined regarding planning and managing schedules and meal/rest breaks
Reliable, dependable and punctual
Works well as part of a team and supports others
Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
Follows company policies, procedures and safety standards
Adheres to food handling and sanitation requirements
Communicates appropriately, supportively and professionally
Adaptable, takes initiative, and able to multitask and troubleshoot in a fast-paced setting
Demonstrates good judgment, integrity, honesty and professionalism
Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
Leading a healthy, balanced, drug-free lifestyle

Benefits

$27.50 per hour includes wages of $26.00 per hour plus $1.50 per hour in event commissions
Sick pay in first year; paid time off thereafter
Healthcare benefits available within 90 days
401K eligible with company match after 1 year
Regular work schedule with specific days off
If living in lodge-owned housing, room & board available for fixed weekly cost