About the Role
Private Events Director Knollwood Country Club – Elmsford, New York Knollwood Country Club is seeking a polished, relationship-driven, and results-oriented Private Events Director to lead the sales, planning, and execution of weddings, social events, corporate functions, member programming, and golf outings. This highly visible leadership role is responsible for generating event revenue, cultivating strong client and member relationships, and delivering exceptional experiences that reflect Knollwood’s tradition of excellence and hospitality. The Private Events Director partners closely with Club leadership and department teams to ensure seamless event execution while expanding Knollwood’s presence within the Westchester County market. Base salary of $70,000, plus commission on private event revenue. Target compensation is expected to reach approximately $125,0000+ annually based on performance and achievement of sales goals. Key Responsibilities Proactively generate new private event and golf outing business through networking, referrals, community engagement, and strategic outreach within the Westchester area Manage the full sales cycle from initial inquiry and club tours through contracting, planning, detailing, and event execution Build and maintain strong relationships with members, local businesses, nonprofits, wedding vendors, and community organizations Represent Knollwood Country Club at networking events, bridal showcases, corporate functions, and community gatherings to enhance brand visibility and drive revenue Maintain an active sales pipeline and provide timely, professional follow-up with prospective and existing clients Collaborate with Golf, Membership, Food & Beverage, and Culinary teams to ensure seamless coordination and execution of events Prepare event proposals, contracts, banquet event orders (BEOs), and detailed event documentation Support marketing and promotional initiatives, including digital outreach and social media efforts Provide on-site leadership during events to ensure exceptional service, operational excellence, and an outstanding guest experience Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and achieving established event revenue goals Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience in catering sales, hospitality, or private event management Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales and revenue targets Experience in weddings, corporate events, golf outings, or private club environments strongly preferred Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment Experience with CRM and event management systems preferred Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event schedule