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Marketing Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Be part of bringing one of New York's most exciting new food and entertainment concepts to life ... Launch and manage a NYC creator/influencer program (briefs, contracts, offers, tracking), including ...

Be part of bringing one of New York's most exciting new food and entertainment concepts to life ... Launch and manage a NYC creator/influencer program (briefs, contracts, offers, tracking), including ...

With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King ... Communication: Assist with copywriting for event-related outreach and maintain master event ...

With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King ... Communication: Assist with copywriting for event-related outreach and maintain master event ...

With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King ... Communication: Assist with copywriting for event-related outreach and maintain master event ...

With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King ... Communication: Assist with copywriting for event-related outreach and maintain master event ...

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How much do contract food copywriter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract food copywriter in the United States is $36.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Food Copywriter vs Food Content Writer?

AspectContract Food CopywriterFood Content Writer
CredentialsPortfolio, writing samples, possibly marketing or food industry knowledgeSimilar credentials, often with additional expertise in food journalism or blogging
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or client sitesFreelance or employed, often in digital media or publishing
Employer & Industry UsageFood brands, marketing agencies, restaurantsFood blogs, magazines, online publications
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on marketing, advertising, and product descriptionsFocus on storytelling, articles, and editorial content

The main difference is that a Contract Food Copywriter specializes in creating promotional and marketing content for food brands, while a Food Content Writer often produces editorial or storytelling articles about food. Both roles require strong writing skills and food industry knowledge, but their focus and typical work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Food Copywriter job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 76% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,412 per year, or $36.7 per hour.
RESTAURANT PR & MARKETING MANAGER

RESTAURANT PR & MARKETING MANAGER

Compass Group

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,065 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 437 rated business services


Job description

Position Title: PUBLIC RESTAURANT PR & MARKETING MANAGER - SAN FRANCISCO, CA 

Salary:  $95000 - $105000 / yr

Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. 

Job Summary
 

Tell Great Stories. Feed a Region. Shape How the Bay Area Eats.

Bon Appetit Management Company (bamco.com) is on a mission to change the way people eat - and we need a sharp, food-obsessed storyteller to help us do it. We're looking for a creative, driven PR & Marketing Manager to lead brand activation and public relations across our portfolio of San Francisco Bay Area restaurants, including STEM Kitchen + Garden, Foundry & Lux, The Anecdote, Chico Marx, The Hangar, and more.

If you devour food media, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are the go-to person in your friend group for restaurant recommendations - keep reading. This might be your dream job.


What You'll Do

Brand Development & Marketing

  • Develop and execute marketing and communications strategies that drive brand awareness for existing and new venues
  • Partner with regional leadership on brand identity development and quarterly marketing planning
  • Measure ROI and connect marketing activity to revenue outcomes
  • Support website copywriting, creation, and ongoing maintenance
  • Help on-site management teams develop promotions, special events, and guest experience programming
  • Conduct social media, communications, and marketing audits and trainings for operations managers

Public Relations & Social Media

  • Build and execute PR strategies that generate new business and revenue streams
  • Pitch regional and national food media on special menus, chef changes, events, and compelling brand moments
  • Monitor social media channels and train on-site staff to maintain and grow platform presence
  • Manage review site presence (Yelp, Google, OpenTable) and guide sensitive response communications
  • Write and maintain chef bios, fact sheets, and press releases as needed

What We're Looking For

  • 3-5 years of experience in F&B PR and/or marketing; at least 2 years of direct restaurant PR experience strongly preferred; agency background a plus
  • Strong writing, editing, and digital photography skills; AP Style proficiency required
  • Proven track record in social media content development and strategy
  • Familiarity with sustainable food issues and a genuine passion for the food industry
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Teams), Box, Hootsuite, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
  • Established Bay Area and/or national food media contacts a plus
  • A proactive, collaborative self-starter who can manage multiple stakeholders and work independently across a dynamic portfolio

The Details

This is a full-time role reporting to the brand activation department with a dotted line to communications. The role requires regular travel to Bay Area accounts 3-4 days per week.


About Bon Appetit Management Company

Bon Appetit is a food service management company operating more than 1,000 cafes in 33 states for corporations, universities, and specialty venues. We're known for our commitment to sourcing ingredients responsibly, supporting local farmers, and creating dining experiences that are as good for the planet as they are for the palate. We don't just feed people - we feed them well.

 

Apply to Bon Appetit today!

Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

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 Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_BAMCO.pdf

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. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1538191

Bon Appetit 

Johanna P Heidler 


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