Mountain Events Manager: Weddings, Groups & Receptions

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places; Groveland (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits after 90 days

401K with company match

Sick pay and PTO

Housing option for lodge employees

Job summary

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places is seeking a Group & Events Manager for our Yosemite-area lodges. You will lead planning and execution of group and wedding events, coordinating with our operations team to deliver memorable experiences for 75–250 guests across 15–20 weddings annually.

The role is on-site in a remote mountain setting with a strong guest-service focus, safety compliance, and opportunities to grow in event management and hospitality leadership.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 department managers and guest needs.
• Managing and maintaining catering inventories.
• Ranch-wide special events like holidays.
• Communicate professionally with staff and management.
• Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment.

Skills

Guest service

Hospitality mindset

Team leadership

Event coordination

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College degree a plus

Job description

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places is seeking a Group & Events Manager for our Yosemite-area lodges. You will lead planning and execution of group and wedding events, coordinating with our operations team to deliver memorable experiences for 75–250 guests across 15–20 weddings annually.

The role is on-site in a remote mountain setting with a strong guest-service focus, safety compliance, and opportunities to grow in event management and hospitality leadership.