We are looking for an Event Marketing Specialist to help lead the rapid evolution of Just Salad’s marketing efforts. This role is responsible for executing and managing marketing events at Just Salad. They will own the planning and overseeing of store openings and on-site events and trade shows to create excitement for the Just Salad brand in our local markets.

You will play a key role in developing strategies for Just Salad as we go into new markets and neighborhoods. Our team is small but mighty, and we are energized by wearing many hats & adapting to a rapidly evolving landscape. We hope you are too.

This role is perfect for someone who can work independently and with a team. The ideal candidate can strike a balance between organized and creative and is comfortable working directly with company leadership.

This position is virtual and on-site in our NYC office.

Reports to: Director of Marketing Strategy

Responsibilities:

• Lead event activation from start to finish, managing event projects and stakeholders, adhering to deadlines, collaborating with internal stakeholders and own project execution. 
• Identify local partnership opportunities, manage partner communications, and execute on any deliverables.
• Create and manage relationships with local chambers of commerce, business and community partners, and landlords, external vendors and partners
• Identify opportunity areas from the perspective of the consumer, including at store locations, third party platforms, social media marketing, and culinary products.
• Act as a liaison between the Marketing department and the Operations team to ensure activation success. 
• Assist the Director of Marketing Strategy to create event wrap reports to measure the success of each event 
• Work with Director of Visual Identity to ensure marketing materials are on-brand 
• Travel to store openings required

Our ideal candidate would have the following qualities:

• 2-5 years’ experience in event planning, retail, hospitality; agency setting a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, or related fields.
• Eagerness to put together fun, engaging and interactive events.
• Personable, good communicator- you can talk to anyone about Just Salad!
• Ability to take direction and run with it.
• Ability to problem solve and determine creative, scrappy solutions.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Summer Fridays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility to Participate in 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Fitness discounts
• Pre-tax benefits (FSA, HSA, and Commuter Benefits)
• Free Just Salad while working 

About Us

Just Salad is a fast casual concept with a mission to make everyday health and everyday sustainability possible. Empowering customers to eat with purpose, Just Salad is home of the world's largest restaurant reusable program and the first U.S. restaurant chain to carbon label its menu. The company was founded in 2006 in New York City and has across 40+ locations in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina, as well as 4 locations in Dubai. Learn more at justsalad.com.

We are looking for an Event Marketing Specialist to help lead the rapid evolution of Just Salad’s marketing efforts. This role is responsible for executing and managing marketing events at Just Salad. They will own the planning and overseeing of store openings and on-site events and trade shows to create excitement for the Just Salad brand in our local markets.

You will play a key role in developing strategies for Just Salad as we go into new markets and neighborhoods. Our team is small but mighty, and we are energized by wearing many hats & adapting to a rapidly evolving landscape. We hope you are too.

This role is perfect for someone who can work independently and with a team. The ideal candidate can strike a balance between organized and creative and is comfortable working directly with company leadership.

This position is virtual and on-site in our NYC office.

Reports to: Director of Marketing Strategy

Responsibilities:

• Lead event activation from start to finish, managing event projects and stakeholders, adhering to deadlines, collaborating with internal stakeholders and own project execution. 
• Identify local partnership opportunities, manage partner communications, and execute on any deliverables.
• Create and manage relationships with local chambers of commerce, business and community partners, and landlords, external vendors and partners
• Identify opportunity areas from the perspective of the consumer, including at store locations, third party platforms, social media marketing, and culinary products.
• Act as a liaison between the Marketing department and the Operations team to ensure activation success. 
• Assist the Director of Marketing Strategy to create event wrap reports to measure the success of each event 
• Work with Director of Visual Identity to ensure marketing materials are on-brand 
• Travel to store openings required

Our ideal candidate would have the following qualities:

• 2-5 years’ experience in event planning, retail, hospitality; agency setting a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, or related fields.
• Eagerness to put together fun, engaging and interactive events.
• Personable, good communicator- you can talk to anyone about Just Salad!
• Ability to take direction and run with it.
• Ability to problem solve and determine creative, scrappy solutions.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Summer Fridays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility to Participate in 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Fitness discounts
• Pre-tax benefits (FSA, HSA, and Commuter Benefits)
• Free Just Salad while working 

About Us

Just Salad is a fast casual concept with a mission to make everyday health and everyday sustainability possible. Empowering customers to eat with purpose, Just Salad is home of the world's largest restaurant reusable program and the first U.S. restaurant chain to carbon label its menu. The company was founded in 2006 in New York City and has across 40+ locations in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina, as well as 4 locations in Dubai. Learn more at justsalad.com.