Events Manager

A blend of charm and sophistication, The Wauwinet is a seaside refuge with breathtaking views, historic architecture and luxury amenities for the perfect vacation. Nantucket's only member of Relais & Châteaux, our historic inn is known worldwide for its outstanding service, cuisine and accommodations.

The Wauwinet is home to one of the nation's most acclaimed restaurants, TOPPER'S, a favorite foodie destination set alongside the waters of Nantucket Bay. TOPPER'S, Nantucket's only AAA Five-Diamond Rated restaurant, offers a la carte and prix fixe menus showcasing seasonally inspired cuisine with an emphasis on local produce and seafood.

White Elephant Resorts is currently seeking an Events Manager for the Wauwinet Inn.  The Wauwinet is a Relais & Chateaux property, and a recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award for TOPPER’S Restaurant.

*This position is a year-round position for benefits purposes working 10 months of the year March 1st – December 31st.

*Relocation to Nantucket required.

The Events Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects of events and conferences at the hotel. Primarily, the Events Manager will act as the point person for clients, detailing of events, executing weddings and corporate meetings, all while working within the TOPPER’S food and beverage team.  The ideal candidate would be focused on creating amazing moments for event clients, be flexible to a varied schedule and a strong communicator. The Events Manager will be required to produce complete Banquet Event Orders and floor plans to ensure proper execution of the entire event including Food & Beverage, timeline, coordination of vendors and complete production of the event. 

The Events Manager is also expected to assist with regular F&B operations at TOPPER’S during regular hours and Holidays.  May also assist with events at other White Elephant Resorts locations.

The right candidate must have a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in Catering, Hospitality and/or Sales, to include Weddings and Food & Beverage experience. Preferably in a Management role.

Must have: 

• Great attention to detail
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Outgoing, enthusiastic personality
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• A good knowledge base of event operations including planning, detailing and food and beverage.

Applicants should also work well under pressure, possess excellent communication skills, be extremely organized, flexible, self-motivated, and have a great sense of humor. Experience with computers and Microsoft Office essential.

White Elephant Resorts is a premier employer with spectacular benefits and compensation; health, vision and dental; paid vacation; vested 401(K) plan; life insurance; long term care; health club reimbursement; dining, retail and hotel discounts and much more.

Rated by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts, White Elephant Resorts is a collection of premier properties which includes White Elephant Nantucket, White Elephant Palm Beach, The Wauwinet, Jared Coffin House, The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin and Nantucket Boat Basin.