Marketing Director

Houston, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Brennans of Houston known for Southern Hospitality Texas Creole cuisine and making great memories for our guests since 1967 is searching for an In-House Marketing Director. Although weve been in Houston for fifty-nine years now we originated in New Orleans by the Brennan Family of New Orleans which includes sister restaurant Commanders Palace in The Garden District.

We have been honored with many accolades including being named Best of the Best by Houston Chronicle readers since the inception of this readers poll. Many of our staff have been with Brennans Houston for decades; we work hard to be a place that people can call home for a short while or full career.

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic multi-tasking detail-oriented and creative In-house Marketing Director to join the Brennans of Houston team. Working closely with the Ownership Culinary and Operation teams Marketing Director assists with all aspects of social media marketing communication efforts including our many in-house events large and small.

This role requires creativity superior organization time-management as well as people skills. Understanding and experience in social media for small businesses is a priority. Enthusiasm for restaurants a proven track record and applied experience in marketing and the ability to interface with chefs management as well as ownership are core skills necessary. Experience with restaurant CRM & reservation software POS software event management software preferred but willingness to learn and master these required.

General Duties:

Execute all marketing and communications initiatives including organic and paid social media email and digital and/or print advertising.

Assist with the management of social media accounts and content calendar including planning curating posting monitoring and community engagement.

Create original visual and written content and develop strategies to improve user engagement and drive action across all major channels.

Champion our in-house events. Create track and manage ticketed events including ticket sales menu creation pricing marketing and PR.

Monitor and respond to online reviews and email feedback and provide management with reporting.

Update website content and communicate with web developers as needed.

Assist with copywriting and copyediting needs for the marketing department.

Stay apprised of emerging marketing technologies trends and industry news.

Manage restaurant gift certificates donations and vouchers.

Manage Gift Card promotions.

Coordinate and maintain Owners and Executive Chefs calendars and remind them of key events.

Execute computer and clerical tasks including accounting for expense reports credit card reconciliations basic spreadsheet and document creation/editing form completion on behalf of owners and IT troubleshooting and coordination.

Conduct research compile data and prepare papers for consideration and presentation by owners.

Update and maintain the daily holiday and special menus in print for guests on Toast for servers and kitchen teams and on the website.

Collaborate with the PR agency on media pitches photography television interviews print interviews and influencer events.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

A bachelors degree is preferred with a concentration in marketing or communications but real-world experience will be considered.

3-5 years of experience in marketing.

Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms and understanding of Instagram Facebook Business Manager and Ads Manager.

Ability to decipher digital marketing analytics & provide actionable insights in reporting.

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign

Experience in photography videography and editing.

Strong knowledge of SEO and its role in content marketing.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong project management and organizational skills.

Problem solver with keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to getting things done.

Ability to multi-task and work efficiently and independently with minimal supervision and tight deadlines.

A team player with a positive go-getter attitude and a sense of humor.

Maintain an exemplary level of confidentiality when dealing with Owners personal and business information.

Ability to provide work samples of well-written copy social posts articles blogs etc.

Ability to work holidays evenings & weekend events as needed.

Preferred Experience:

Restaurant Marketing Experience

Benefits:

Health benefits (medical dental vision and Employee Assistance Programs)

401K with company match

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Free parking

Employee meals

Employee discount

Free mental health resources

Vacation pay

Sick pay

We are closed on December 25 and December 26 and some summer holidays

Work schedule

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Holidays

Benefits

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

Required Experience:

Director