Wedding & Social Catering Manager

Job DescriptionPosted Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00 AMPosition Summary: This role supports the planning and execution of events by managing client inquiries, conducting site tours, preparing contracts, and coordinating with internal teams and vendors. Candidates must have hotel or event planning experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in Salesforce Sales & Catering and Versa. A professional, detail-oriented, and customer-focused approach is essential, along with the flexibility to work varying hours.Pay Rate: The rate of pay listed on job boards are auto-generated numbers. Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s actual rate of pay will be determined during the hiring process.QualificationsCollege graduate. Previous hotel or event planning experience required. Food and Beverage experience strongly preferred. Computer training and typing skills required. Knowledge of local area helpful. Must have ability to communicate with proper grammar in English. Able to use Salesforce Sales and Catering system and Versa. Must have strong organizational and leadership skills. Able to provide legible, detailed communication and have excellent telephone and interpersonal skills. Able to compute basic mathematical calculations. Must have professional demeanor and positive, friendly attitude. Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail and accuracy.Expectations & ResponsibilitiesIncludes responding to inquiries in a timely fashion, meeting with clients to tour sites, plan banquet services and menus and upsell variety of services and products.Prepares contract, collects deposits and coordinates third-party vendor information.Distributes information to Resort (including hotel) departments and Town of Kiawah via forms and meetings.Must have strong problem solving skills, communication skills, attention to detail and creativity. Guarantees timeliness, accuracy and follow-up of event through final payment. Attends specified meetings and other functions as required. Must be able to work flexible hours and days. Maintains and supports Service Commitment and Core Values.All other duties, as assigned.Essential Physical RequirementsMust be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 lbs. as needed for event materials or setup.Must be able to bend, reach, and move freely throughout event spaces and property.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust to changing demands.Must be able to communicate clearly in person and over the phone for extended period Perks & BenefitsExclusive Discounts offered at the Hotel & Villas, 5 Golf Courses, Spa, Restaurants, Recreation and Retail Shops Employee Meal ProgramEmployee Trainings and Appreciation Events throughout the yearRecognition Awards and Incentive Events, Peer to Peer RecognitionLeadership & Career DevelopmentBi-annual Wellness FairFree Parking!Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Vacation Pay - available for Full Time employees after 60days of employment. 401k – available after 30 days of employment Our StoryKiawah Island Golf Resort is a destination for luxury golf and beach vacations near Charleston, South Carolina. We offer Five-Star accommodations, world-class resort amenities, award-winning recreational activities, and some of the most respected golf courses in the nation.The resort concentrates on hiring the best individuals. Each of our talented and skilled employees strive for our mission to be recognized as the best golf and tennis resort on the East Coast. We are committed to providing employees with caring, gracious service in the traditions of genuine southern hospitality.Join the BEST, APPLY NOW and Work in Paradise!The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or efforts associated with this position.All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy.We truly appreciate your interest in Kiawah Island Golf Resort. If you have any questions regarding employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, please reach out to Jobs@KiawahResort.com.Job DetailsPay Type SalaryEmployment Indicator Full-TimeScan this QR code and apply!DownloadKiawah Island, SC, USA