Wedding Venue General Manager

General Manager In Training Program

Are you an experienced hospitality leader ready to take ownership of your own venue? Wedgewood Weddings offers a structured pathway for seasoned managers to train in our proven venue management model.

Our General Manager in Training (GMIT) program isn't a beginner's course—it's a focused development track for established leaders who want to master the Wedgewood way before running a venue of their own. Over 6–12 months, you'll gain hands-on experience across all departments—from sales and event execution to culinary operations and financial management—supported by our network of General Managers and centralized teams in HR, marketing, and accounting.

You'll bring leadership experience. We'll provide the tools, structure, and time to ensure you're confident and set up for long-term success as a Wedgewood Weddings General Manager.

What Sets This Role Apart

You'll train alongside one of our top-performing General Managers at a beautiful Wedgewood Weddings venue. This immersive, hands-on experience gives you a full understanding of our business model and prepares you to confidently lead your own property.

You'll learn to: • Oversee all venue departments—culinary, sales, event planning, and banquet operations • Recruit, train, and develop talented teams through coaching, motivation, and daily leadership • Drive financial success by managing revenue, labor, and cost control • Execute high-volume events with precision, poise, and a guest-first mindset • Champion our culture and uphold brand standards through positivity, professionalism, and integrity • Adapt to a dynamic schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and holidays

You Are:

• A proven leader with experience managing people in hospitality, events, or a sales-driven environment • Energized by high-volume service and fast-paced operations • Results-oriented and skilled at motivating teams to achieve goals • A natural coach who leads through accountability and encouragement • Detail-oriented and organized, with strong time management skills • Tech-savvy and comfortable using business software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel • Passionate about hospitality and eager to grow your career

Who We Are

We're a family-owned company that's been revolutionizing the wedding industry since 1986. With 80+ venues nationwide (and growing), we make wedding planning stress-free with our all-inclusive approach. Our teams handle every detail so couples can truly enjoy their day.

We're a group of hospitality enthusiasts who do whatever it takes to create flawless, fun, and memorable events. Our goal? To deliver the best value, service, and convenience to every client, every time.

Why Choose Us

• Competitive compensation: Includes bonus potential, PTO, paid holidays, sick leave, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k match). • Growth-oriented culture: Thrive in a "have fun" environment where 80% of our GMs and RMs are promoted internally. • Highly rated workplace: 90% of full-time team members recommend us as a great place to work—thanks to our supportive, collaborative culture.

Employee Ownership Program:

At Wedgewood, we believe the people driving our success should share in it. That's why our General and Regional Managers are invited to participate in our Employee Ownership Program – a meaningful compensation opportunity tied directly to the company's financial performance and growth.

As a GM, you won't just manage your venue, this program gives you a stake in the success of the overall business. If Wedgewood hits its long-term financial targets, you earn a significant payout on top of your standard bonus, putting you in the same seat as the investors backing this company's growth. Payouts are tied to tenure and other performance factors, and can range from 4-18+ months of salary for GMs.

This is more than a benefit. It's a chance to participate in the value you create as a General Manager and to see your leadership, decisions, and team's performance translate into real, financial upside. As the company opens new venues, and grows profitably, so does your reward. Wedgewood's Employee Ownership Program is designed to attract and retain top-tier operators who think like owners – because here, you are one.

Ready to take the next step in your hospitality career? Join a company where every day is a celebration—and where your leadership will help create unforgettable moments.

Pay Rate: $75,000 - $83,430

Quarterly Bonus: $2,500

Training Bonus: $5,000

Location: Downey, CA

Relocation flexibility after training throughout Southern California required. Relocation options nationwide are available after completion of training.

The important extras:

• As is typical in the hospitality industry, this position requires regular availability to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, as well as shifts of more than 8 hours and workweeks of more than 40 hours.
• Wedgewood Weddings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.