Event Sales Coordinator

7 days ago

San Diego, California, United States San Diego Wine & Culinary Center Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year

About Us

At San Diego Wine & Culinary Center, we host extraordinary events that showcase San Diego's best food, wine, and hospitality. From corporate gatherings0 to social celebrations, our venue delivers exceptional experiences rooted in creativity, collaboration, and flawless execution. Our reach extends far beyond the walls of our Gaslamp venue — we're the creative force behind events hosted in San Diego's most iconic spaces: art galleries, rooftops, museums, attractions, and custom-designed venues across the city.

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Event Sales Coordinator to join our dynamic sales team. This is not a back-office admin role — it's an opportunity to build a career in high-end event sales. You'll assist with high-profile event opportunities that contribute to the team's multi-million-dollar pipeline, while owning smaller events yourself. With mentorship, training, and hands-on client exposure, you'll develop the skills to grow into a senior sales role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sales Support & Growth: Assist Senior Sales Managers with proposals, contracts, and client presentations while learning to drive revenue independently.
  • Portfolio Management: Manage your own book of small-to-mid-sized events from initial inquiry through execution, ensuring world-class service.
  • Client Communication: Serve as a day-to-day contact for clients, vendors, and partners, providing a seamless experience.
  • Event Logistics: Coordinate with catering, décor, AV, and vendor partners to deliver events on time and on budget.
  • Systems & Administration: Maintain event files, track budgets, update CRM, and ensure data accuracy to support the team's $5M+ annual revenue pipeline.
  • Growth Pathway: Learn from senior leadership how to cultivate client relationships, close high-value deals, and grow into a Senior Sales Manager role.

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of hospitality, event planning, or sales experience (internships count).
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Tech-savvy, with comfort in CRM, and Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
  • A genuine passion for hospitality and the drive to grow into a high-impact sales role.

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: Direct mentorship from senior managers closing $5M+ annually.
  • Prestige & Exposure: Be part of San Diego's premier downtown event venue, working with corporate leaders, national brands, and high-profile clients.
  • Compensation & Perks: Competitive pay, benefits, and a path to commission-based senior roles.
  • Culture: Collaborative team environment where your contributions directly impact the success of large-scale events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • San Diego, CA Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • San Diego, CA 92101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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