Job Description

About Us

The Princeton is a premier multi-floor event venue in downtown Calgary, hosting weddings, corporate parties, brand activations, and private celebrations. With a unique mix of heritage charm and modern amenities, we provide clients with a sophisticated, full-service event experience.

We are expanding our team and are seeking a motivated

Event Sales Manager

to help us grow bookings and maximize venue revenue.

Role Overview

As the

Event Sales Manager

, you will be the first point of contact for new clients. Your main responsibility is to drive sales of our venue rental packages through proactive outreach, lead follow-up, and client relationship building.

This is a

commission-only role

with

10% commission on all room rental revenue booked

. Typical earnings are

$48,000-$72,000 per year

, with uncapped potential for top performers.

Responsibilities

Manage inbound event inquiries, qualify leads, and convert them into bookings. Conduct venue tours and create tailored proposals for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Build relationships with corporate clients, planners, and vendors to drive repeat business. Maintain a strong pipeline of prospects and track sales activity. Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets for room rentals. Collaborate with the events team to ensure smooth handoff after booking.
Qualifications

2-3+ years of proven sales experience (hospitality, hotels, catering, or events preferred). Strong negotiation and closing skills with a track record of hitting targets. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a commission-only role. Knowledge of the Calgary events/hospitality market is an asset. Familiarity with CRM tools (Tripleseat, Square, or similar) is an advantage.
Pay & Benefits

Commission-Only:

10% of all room rental revenue booked.

Earning Potential:

$48,000-$72,000+ per year (uncapped).

Other Perks:

On-site parking, discounted access to venue events, industry networking opportunities.
Why Join The Princeton?

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, independent event venue in downtown Calgary where your earnings are tied directly to your success. If you're hungry, driven, and passionate about the events industry, we want to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person