Event Sales Manager - Star Lanes Polaris

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Salaried Event Sales Manager

Star Lanes Polaris | Columbus, Ohio

Why Join Star Lanes Polaris?

• 2026 AAMA Family Entertainment Center of the Year

• Locally owned, family-owned business
• Upscale family entertainment center with private event spaces, chef-driven food, craft cocktails, luxury bowling, arcade games, and immersive attractions
• Majority of events are corporate events
• Growing company with recent venue upgrades and future expansion plans
• Work directly with an experienced Director of Sales and sales team

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the business!

Compensation & Benefits

• $50,000+ salary (commensurate with experience)
• 1% commission paid monthly

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

• PTO

• Major Holidays Off
• Free lunch daily
• Annual Employee Appreciation Event
• Growth opportunities

Who We're Looking For

• Hospitality-minded with strong sales instincts
• Confident yet humble
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Positive, solution-focused attitude
• Comfortable networking and building relationships

• Not afraid to pick up the phone or visit a client in person

• Strong sense of urgency
• Team player willing to jump in where needed
• Someone who notices the details and takes pride in creating exceptional guest experiences

This is not a sit-behind-a-desk-only sales job.

Responsibilities

• Respond to event inquiries timely and build professional proposals

• Conduct venue tours
• Prospect local businesses and community organizations
• Rebook past clients
• Upsell event enhancements
• Attend networking events and community functions
• Represent Star Lanes Polaris at events such as RendeZOO, Fourth Friday, Oktoberfest, and other community activations
• Guide clients through the planning process
• Process deposits, payments, and final guest counts
• Coordinate event details with kitchen and operations teams
• Greet clients during tours and events
• Monitor competitors and identify growth opportunities
• Help create memorable experiences from inquiry through event execution

Schedule Expectations

• Primarily Monday–Saturday with a weekday off provided

• Occasional evenings and early mornings required

• Networking and community events expected

Preferred Qualifications

• Event sales experience highly preferred

• Hospitality, entertainment, hotel, venue, restaurant, or tourism experience preferred

• Tripleseat experience highly preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities simultaneously

To Apply

Please submit both documents to View email address on ziprecruiter.com :

• Resume
• Cover Letter

We're not looking for someone who simply wants a job. We're looking for someone who wants to join our team, help build something special, and create unforgettable experiences for our valued guests!