The Culinary Creative Group is more than just a hospitality management group; we are a culture and a philosophy; we have a strong belief in diversity, equity and inclusion; we are a community-focused, activist business.
We provide career opportunities; we aren’t “a job,” people who work for us come to build careers. Our management umbrella includes: Aviano, A5 Steakhouse, Senor Bear, Ash’Kara, Mister Oso, Forget Me Not, and Tap & Burger Concepts, with plans to open new restaurants this year as well as an event company and a consulting company.
Our concepts have been represented on Bon Appetit’s 50 best restaurants in America and have been listed amongst the most anticipated restaurants list nationally from Food and Wine magazine as recently as March with our new cocktail bar Forget Me Not.
We strongly adhere to the following:
- Our Mission: We create businesses that are welcoming, purposeful, and community driven.
-Our Vision: To be progressive, socially-conscious leaders in our community.
-Our Values: We exhibit an absolute devotion to guest and employee welfare. We do this courteously, with humility, honesty, integrity, and professionalism. We have a bias for action, and a propensity towards making decisions that leave our world a better place.
If you possess the following qualities we want to hear from you:
- Reliability + Trustworthiness
- Great Communication Skills
- Attention to detail + Organization
- You value the guest experience and take pride in your job.
What You’ll Love About Us:
- Lucrative Pay: We believe in pay equity and that everyone should invest in a quality experience for our guests and our employees.
- A place to grow your career: we believe in growing and mentoring talent within our restaurants by focusing on growing staff and fostering leadership.
- Benefits: Employees are eligible to participate in company health, dental, vision, accident, and pet insurance plans. Your company discount is extended to all restaurants in the group. There are ample opportunities to volunteer in community projects, to cross-train in other disciplines, and to stage throughout the group.
- Collaboration: By fostering small, tightly knit teams we want you to closely work with our creative team and to work with us to create a healthy and vibrant work environment.
JOB TITLE: Marketing Manager
DEPARTMENT: Marketing
REPORTS TO: Director of Branding & Marketing
COMPENSATION: Base 70k-80k, Participation in the Corporate Bonus Plan with the potential to earn up to 20% of your base salary. Payout is based on individual performance and the financial health of the company, $400 monthly medical contribution.
- This role is 100% in-office to start, based at our headquarters. After 6 months of successful performance and demonstrated reliability, the individual in the role may be eligible to work remotely up to one day per week. Additional flexibility may be considered over time based on business needs and performance.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
PURPOSE
The Marketing Manager is responsible for driving brand growth and customer engagement across CCG’s diverse restaurant portfolio. Through strategic marketing initiatives, this role enhances brand visibility, fosters community connections, and increases sales across digital and traditional channels. By blending data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and deep market understanding, the Marketing Manager ensures that CCG’s brands resonate with guests, positioning the company as a leader in the culinary scene.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement SEO strategies to maximize organic search traffic.
- Analyze and monitor marketing performance using tools like Google Analytics, providing actionable insights.
- Serve as the primary contact for technical issues on Bentobox and PopMenu, ensuring efficient resolutions.
- Oversee the creation and execution of multi-channel marketing strategies, including digital and print assets, website content, and social media.
- Maintain and manage the marketing calendar, coordinating events, promotions, and local store marketing efforts.
- Continuously assess market trends to adapt and refine marketing plans.
- Organize and manage promotional events, including offsite activities, to increase brand awareness.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive Local Store Marketing (LSM) program focused on local outreach and grassroots engagement.
- Create and maintain store-specific marketing assets for catering, events, and holiday promotions.
- Use platforms like PopMenu or Bentobox to create supportive web pages for local promotions.
- Monitor and analyze sales data, ROI, and customer feedback to optimize LSM strategies.
- Attend pop-ups and events to capture promotional imagery for future marketing.
- Utilize Monday.com for project tracking, ensuring timely responses and clear communication of expectations.
- Plan and schedule social media campaigns using Social Pilot. Manage multiple marketing initiatives concurrently, adhering to deadlines and budget requirements.
- Establish and maintain project timelines, budgets, and reporting to track ROI and optimize campaign strategies.
- Conduct market research to identify competitive opportunities (e.g., neighborhood-specific brunch, lunch, and happy hour insights).
- Use customer satisfaction surveys, Google, Yelp reviews, and social listening tools to understand customer preferences.
- Stay updated on industry trends and demographic shifts to inform CCG’s marketing direction.
- Report on campaign performance, providing data-driven recommendations for future improvements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong organizational skills, creativity, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while under tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong understanding of analytics and reporting tools.
- Proficiency in digital marketing, social media, and emerging trends.
- Familiarity with Google My Business, Mailchimp, PopMenu, Bentobox, and OpenTable is a plus.
- Experience in email segmentation and customer targeting.
- Ability to maintain a positive, enthusiastic, and energetic attitude under pressure.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in marketing management, ideally in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment: Job is typically performed in a general office and/or restaurant environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $77,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Marketing: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80211 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Denver, CO 80211: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80211
