Marketing Manager

at  Toptable Group

WHO WE ARE:

For over four decades, Toptable Group has defined elegant yet approachable dining through the passion and commitment of its award-winning chefs, renowned restaurant and wine directors, and dedicated staff members. Toptable is a rapidly growing hospitality company with a current portfolio of 12 restaurants operating both locally and in the US.

JOB SUMMARY:

Toptable Group is seeking a Manager, Marketing & Communications to manage a brand plan for each of our entities as our restaurant portfolio expands. This new role will be responsible for bringing together all communications, including brand, design, and social media into a cohesive strategy and will champion and execute this strategy to drive business results and connect Toptable Group to new and existing guests.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in business, communications or marketing
• At least three years of relevant public relations or communications experience
• Experience with brand development and management, and social media strategy
• An innovative spirit with the flexibility to work outside the confines of a typical 9-5 job
• Adaptable with the ability to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• A solutions provider with strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze current business problems and implement recommended solutions
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile
• A passion for food and the hospitality industry is an asset
  This position will remain open until filled.

(Other duties may be assigned as required)

• Overseeing the day-to-day supervision, growth, and development of team members
• Providing a high level of written communication, including collateral, newsletters, press releases, and web copy
• Manage the overall Toptable Group brand plan and a brand plan for each existing Toptable Group entity as well as new locations
• Translating high-level brand strategies into concrete, actionable brand plans, brand positioning, and go-to-market strategies
• Developing positioning recommendations based on market research
• Working with internal partners, including communications, design, and social media, to align all stakeholders to the brand plan
• Managing and enhance the overall Toptable online experience
• Ensuring consistency of brand messaging across the organization
• Establishing and overseeing asset management processes and procedures
• Staying up to date on latest trends and marketing best practices to reach and influence consumers
• Hosting media dinners and attend evening and weekend events as required