Job Description

MARKETING DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE DINING Location New York, NY (Midtown area) : Restaurant Associates

Position Title: MARKETING DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE DINING

Pay 15

Reports To: Globsl Vice President of Operations

Salary: $110,000-$125,000/yr.

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus eligibility

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work in 2021, This is R/A !

Job Summary

The Marketing Director of Corporate Dining is a key member of the Compass team with responsibility for leading the onsite marketing activities and partnering with operations to grow engagement and enthusiasm for our activities. We are looking for an outgoing marketing expert who is passionate about building a branded approach that supports programs and strategy, crafting a collaborative culture and ultimately shaping our marketing, communications and promotional strategy. The role is multifaceted with oversight of strategic marketing initiatives that drive customer engagement and delight to actively supporting operational delivery.

The role will lead marketing initiative development and implementation in all North American locations and collaborate closely with a range of other internal sectors including Wolfgang Puck, Union Square Events, Canteen and Eurest. Additional liaison will be required to share and collaborate with marketing and operations teams in all global regions where we provide food services to accounts. The role will be based in NYC and is a full-time and 5-day, on-site position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partners with operations, Compass marketing resources, account marketing resources, to deliver a marketing strategy that aligns with business and marketing goals, builds our program and drives client/guest engagement
• Drives development and directs results-oriented marketing planning across NAM locations in line with agreed annual marketing plans
• Develops success metrics and reporting mechanisms for marketing plans and initiatives
• Directs implementation of core marketing programs including but not limited to promotional initiatives, food service design strategies and communications
• Develops and directs retail partnerships and merchandising strategies as well as implementation to grow engagement including, but not limited to, external restaurant partnerships
• Stays appraised of food service and associated trends and characteristics of core customer groups, presents at least quarterly on important consumer and workplace trends and makes frequent recommendations on initiatives and changes
• Oversees communications strategy and implementation in partnership with account stakeholders
• Creates and develops strategic relationships with key internal (culinary, dieticians, operations), client groups and external groups and partners
• Leads all aspects of agencies and design resources as appropriate to support program implementation
• Builds marketing programs and promotions that build culture and enhance client positioning within the marketplace
• Actively supports client reporting through monthly, quarterly and annual business reviews to tell the story of the partnership, initiatives and outcomes
• Works with Company resources to ensure appropriate integration and collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a major in marketing, advertising or related field
• Minimum seven years marketing management experience required
• Proven track record of directing and tracking marketing programs that build engagement and sales
• A strategic thinker and highly organized with ability to prepare and manage budgets
• Restaurant, fast casual or food marketing experience a plus
• Strong project management skills and ability to multi-task
• Excellent oral and written communicator with strong technical aptitude who remains abreast of market business trends
• Broad knowledge of social media and solutions that build internal and external engagement, as well as a thorough understanding of the Internet
• Self-starter with outstanding leadership and planning skills
• Budget management experience required
• Must be willing to travel as needed
• Ability to balance business priorities with best practices and implementation methodologies
• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Job Tags

Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours,

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