Event Sales Specialist

Overview

Hybrid - Lucky Strike Fresno

Role

As an Event Sales Specialist on the Core team, you'll own the full sales cycle for corporate outings, social events, and organizational gatherings for groups of 13 up to 100 guests. This isn't just inbound - you'll build pipeline, work your territory, and grow lasting relationships that bring guests back year after year. We lead with presence - Lucky Strike Entertainment operates a camera-first policy. All video calls with clients and internal stakeholders require cameras on, and we expect associates to show up polished and professional - that means appropriate attire, a clean environment, and the kind of executive presence that reflects the brand we represent.

What You'll Do

Convert and Close

Handle inbound leads and outbound outreach for groups of 13 up to 100 guests across corporate, social, and organizational events

Own the full booking cycle - from first contact through signed contract

Match every group to the right venue, package, and experience for their needs and budget

Work high volume across multiple event types without letting anything fall through the cracks

Build Your Pipeline

Own all local business outreach in your territory - building relationships with companies, organizations, and community groups

Prospect, develop, and grow new accounts to consistently build pipeline beyond inbound leads

Hit Your Numbers

Work toward a quarterly quota, paid monthly on a tiered basis - stronger performance means stronger earnings

A Commission QRG will detail exactly how your pay is structured from day one

Pass the Right Leads

Lead under 12 guests? Pass to the Call Center and earn 15% quota credit. Top corporate account? Pass to Enterprise. When a lead is passed to you and you close it, you earn 85% quota credit

Own the Event Experience

Lead BEO meetings for your events - showing up prepared is a key part of delivering what you promised

Partner with venue ops teams to ensure seamless execution from contract to celebration

Stay with the Guest

Own retention outreach across all group sizes - bringing past guests back and passing qualifying accounts to the right segment

Follow up post-event to strengthen relationships and build your repeat booking pipeline

Show Up When It Counts

Evenings, weekends, and holidays are our busiest times - and that's when we need you most

What You'll Bring

You don't need to check every box - but here's what sets the best candidates apart.

Background in sales, hospitality, or event planning - group or event sales experience a strong plus

Proven ability to manage a high-volume pipeline across multiple event types simultaneously

Confident prospector - you're comfortable picking up the phone and going after new business

Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly and knows how to close

Feedback-driven and eager to grow - you use coaching to get better, not just move on

Organized and detail-oriented - because every event has a contract, a timeline, and a guest who's counting on you

Comfortable with Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Excel, and event management tools like GEMS

Adaptable - corporate buyouts and birthday parties require very different conversations

What You'll Get

At Lucky Strike Entertainment, we're committed to your well-being on and off the job:

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to select from based on your needs

401(K) Retirement Plans and Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness resources, Vacation and Holidays

Perks - Bowling, Boomers and Waterpark discounts, retail and event discounts, and more

Who We Are

Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world’s premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.

The pay rate for this position is $31.25/HR plus 1-3% commission

Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: Lucky Strike Entertainment Benefits