MARKETING ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)

Compass Group USA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Compass Group USA's Chartwells Higher Ed unit is seeking a Marketing Assistant to support marketing, merchandising, and promotions across campus dining locations. This full-time role partners with culinary, operations, and campus teams to boost guest engagement and revenue.

You will plan campaigns, create content for digital signage, social media, emails, and campus initiatives, analyze results, and manage budgets. Prior marketing experience and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year of marketing experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to present to large groups.
• Knowledge of merchandising and promotions.
• Proficient computer skills with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, promotions, and special events across multiple dining locations.
• Create and manage engaging content for digital signage, social media channels, email communications, and campus marketing initiatives.
• Analyze marketing performance metrics and customer feedback to identify opportunities for increased engagement and sales growth.
• Collaborate with culinary, operations, and campus partners to develop marketing strategies that enhance the guest experience and drive participation.

Skills

Marketing experience

Excellent communication

Public speaking

MS Office proficiency

Merchandising knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

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• We are hiring immediately for full time MARKETING ASSISTANT positions.
• Address: 515 Delaware Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Occasional evenings and weekends depending on events. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Prior marketing experience is required.
  • Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, promotions, and special events across multiple dining locations.
  • Create and manage engaging content for digital signage, social media channels, email communications, and campus marketing initiatives.
  • Analyze marketing performance metrics and customer feedback to identify opportunities for increased engagement and sales growth.
  • Collaborate with culinary, operations, and campus partners to develop marketing strategies that enhance the guest experience and drive participation.
• Pay Range: $25.00 per hour to$30.00 per hour.

Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Job Summary

Summary:As a Marketing Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the operation with marketing, merchandising, and promotions to ensure superior service and maximize profits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in all marketing, advertising, and promotional activities.
• Analyzes customer/resident research, current market conditions and competitor information.
• Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans and projects for new and existing accounts.
• Expands and develops marketing platforms.
• Manages the productivity of the marketing plans and projects.
• Monitors, reviews and reports on all marketing activity and results.
• Delivers marketing activity within agreed budget.
• Reports on return on investment and key performance metrics.
• Creates marketing presentations.
• Monitors industry best practices and trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1 year of marketing experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to present to large groups.
• Knowledge of merchandising and promotions.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the internet.
• A bachelor's Degree in Marketing is preferred.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
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