Job Title: Day-of Wedding Assistant
Job Type: Casual, Seasonal (June – October 2025)

 

Job Description:

J. Marie Weddings is a full-service wedding planning and coordination boutique. We are looking for a detail-oriented, reliable person to join our growing team! This position is seasonal, with casual hours that are paid per event.

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Qualifications:​

• Experience in on-site coordination and execution of weddings or events

• High attention to detail

• Strong organizational skills

• Exceptional customer service skills

• Reliable

• Can-do attitude with ability to think on your feet

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*WPICC Certified or education in event management is considered an asset but is not required as there will be training opportunities available for you.

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Responsibilities:

• Assist a Lead Wedding Coordinator with the execution of several weddings

• Welcome and assist vendors at the wedding ceremony, including the justice of the peace, musicians, and readers etc..

• Direct and assist guests during the changeover between events and at the beginning of the dinner

• Set up small décor items such as guestbook, menus, and seating plan.

• Assist a Lead Wedding Coordinator with the grand entrance into the dinner

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You Must:

• Be available for specific dates (select Fridays or Saturdays) with some weekday evening availability for 1 hour wedding rehearsals.

• Have your own reliable transportation

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Compensation:

• $20/hr

• Travel costs will be reimbursed.

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Schedule:

• 10 - 15 weddings at various venues across Cape Breton Island

• Select Fridays or Saturdays between June – October 2025

• On the day of the wedding you'll work 3-6 hour shifts depending on the location of the wedding

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To Apply:

Please send your resume to jenna@jmarieweddings.ca. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 25, 2025.