Wedding Venue Manager

Job Summary

The team behind The Barn at Pengelly in Cornwall are seeking an experienced Wedding Venue Manager to oversee the daily operations of a new wedding venue with on-site accommodation we are opening in Devon. We are a multi-award-winning wedding venue bringing our proven model to a brand new exclusive use venue just outside of Exeter towards Newton Abbot. This is an exciting ground floor opportunity to join the team before we open our doors, working directly with the owners to shape the venue from the very beginning.

We are looking for a highly capable, self-driven Venue Manager to lead day to day operations, coordinate weddings, manage our supplier and client relationships, and build the foundations for a growing team. This is not a role for someone who needs hand holding. You will often be working independently, making decisions with confidence and bringing genuine initiative to everything you do. For the right person, this role offers exceptional scope for progression as the business scales and the team expands in 2027 and beyond.

Duties

In the early stages of the venue launch your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating all aspects of weddings from contract to day of delivery, ensuring every couple has an outstanding experience
• Conducting showrounds for prospective couples, converting enquiries into bookings
• Scheduling and overseeing our launch, open days and wedding fairs, managing all associated logistics
• Managing event schedules and ensuring seamless operational delivery
• Overseeing rotas for the housekeeping and bar teams
• Ordering stock and managing inventory accurately
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, including gathering public liability insurance certificates
• Managing client communications day to day, acting as the primary point of contact
• Creating and posting content across social media channels to grow the venue's online presence
• Handling general team administration and supporting the owner with reporting

As the business grows into 2027, you will take on increasing responsibility for building and leading a wider venue team.

What We Are Looking For

• A minimum of three years experience within the wedding industry, including experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• A confident, polished communicator who can represent the venue to couples, suppliers, and guests with warmth and professionalism
• Someone who thrives working independently and brings genuine problem solving ability to the role
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once
• A proactive, hands on approach and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
• Comfortable with social media and able to create engaging content that reflects a premium brand aesthetic
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to remain calm under pressure on event days

The Role Details

• Location: Just outside Exeter towards Newton Abbot, Devon (confidential)
• Hours: Full time, including weekends as required by the event schedule
• Reporting directly to the venue owner
• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
• Start Date: Flexible but ideally from July onwards

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something genuinely exciting from the very start. The Barn at Pengelly has become one of Cornwall's most celebrated wedding venues, hosting over 85 weddings a year and building a reputation for exceptional quality and a warm, personal approach. We are now bringing that same ethos to Devon.

You will have real autonomy, the chance to make your mark on a premium brand, and clear progression as the venue and team grow. If you are ambitious, experienced, and ready to throw yourself into building something special, we would love to hear from you.

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum.