Job Description

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, AislePlanner/Social Tables/AllSeated, 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!

Job Tags

Contract work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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