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!