College Admissions Representative | Hospitality & Culinary Education Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $42,000 - $55,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications School experience Teamwork Customer relationship building Customer service Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Driver's License Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Organizational skills Productivity software Technical Proficiency Full Job Description College Admissions Representative | Hospitality & Culinary Education Help Shape the Next Generation of Culinary & Hospitality Professionals Walnut Hill College, Philadelphia's premier college for Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Restaurant Management, and Hotel Management, is seeking an energetic and relationship-driven College Admissions Representative to join our Enrollment Management team. This position is ideal for an admissions professional looking to make a meaningful impact or a hospitality professional interested in transitioning into higher education and student recruitment. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in college admissions, hospitality, culinary arts, restaurant operations, hotel operations, or hospitality management. Training will be provided for the right candidate. About the Role As an Admissions Representative, you will serve as a trusted guide for prospective students and families throughout the enrollment process, from initial inquiry through enrollment and orientation. You will represent Walnut Hill College at high schools, college fairs, community events, open houses, and campus programs while helping students take the next step toward careers in hospitality and the culinary arts. This role combines student counseling, relationship building, event management, public speaking, and recruitment. Successful candidates understand that college admissions is both a service-oriented and goal-oriented profession. Important Requirements Before applying, please note: Valid driver's license required Access to a reliable personal vehicle required Regular local and regional travel required Occasional evening and Saturday work required This is a full-time, on-campus position based in Philadelphia Travel is heaviest during the fall recruitment season (September through November) and generally decreases throughout the remainder of the academic year. Most travel is local or regional and rarely requires overnight stays. Employees who work Saturday recruitment events receive a weekday schedule adjustment. Responsibilities Recruit prospective students through high school visits, college fairs, community events, open houses, and campus programs Develop relationships with high school counselors, educators, and community organizations Present to students, families, educators, and community groups Guide students through the admissions and enrollment process Maintain regular communication by phone, email, text, and in-person meetings Assist students in completing applications and enrollment requirements Discuss educational costs, financing options, and available resources Conduct individual and group campus tours Support admissions events and enrollment initiatives Maintain accurate records using admissions databases and CRM systems Collaborate with faculty and staff to support recruitment goals Qualifications Required Valid driver's license Access to a reliable personal vehicle Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology platforms Preferred Bachelor's degree Admissions, enrollment management, recruiting, or sales experience Hospitality, culinary arts, pastry arts, restaurant, or hotel experience CRM or admissions database experience Successful candidates will be: Passionate about hospitality and culinary education Comfortable presenting to small and large groups Enthusiastic and personable Customer-service driven Strong listeners and communicators Goal-oriented and self-motivated Comfortable discussing educational costs and financing options Adaptable, creative, and solution-oriented Collaborative team players Why Walnut Hill College? At Walnut Hill College, you'll do more than recruit students. You'll help future chefs, bakers, hospitality professionals, and entrepreneurs launch meaningful careers while representing one of the region's most distinctive hospitality-focused educational institutions. Join a community dedicated to excellence, service, and student success. The college features many unique amenities, such as: Four open-to-the-public restaurants An open-to-the public pastry shop On-site dormitories College bookstore and gift shop Travel experiences that are included in the tuition France, England, Florida with a cruise to the Bahamas Students can earn their Associate degree or a Baccalaureate degree A lively student-activities program A Student-Leader Development Institute Student fellowships A Masters-in-Residence program Pop-up business options and "Student Signature Experiences"

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$42,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Microsoft Office:

1 year (Preferred) Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person