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How much do restaurant public relations jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for restaurant public relations in the United States is $83,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Restaurant Public Relations professional, and why are they important?

To thrive in Restaurant Public Relations, you need a solid background in communications, marketing, or public relations, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in hospitality or foodservice. Familiarity with media management tools, social media platforms, and press release distribution systems is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, creativity, and crisis management abilities make someone stand out in this role. These skills are essential for building a positive public image, attracting customers, and maintaining strong media relationships in a competitive industry.

What is the difference between Restaurant Public Relations vs Restaurant Marketing Coordinator?

AspectRestaurant Public RelationsRestaurant Marketing Coordinator
CredentialsCommunications, PR, or related degrees; media relations experienceMarketing, business, or communications degrees; campaign management experience
Work EnvironmentMedia events, press releases, community outreachAdvertising campaigns, social media, promotional activities
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hospitality, PR agenciesRestaurants, hospitality, marketing firms
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on media relations and reputation managementFocus on promotional strategies and customer engagement

While both roles involve promoting a restaurant, Restaurant Public Relations primarily manages media relations and reputation, whereas Restaurant Marketing Coordinators focus on advertising campaigns and customer engagement strategies.

How does a Restaurant Public Relations professional typically collaborate with chefs and restaurant staff to create effective PR campaigns?

Restaurant Public Relations professionals work closely with chefs, managers, and front-of-house staff to gather authentic stories and insights that resonate with the public. They often coordinate menu launches, special events, and behind-the-scenes content by facilitating interviews and photo opportunities. Effective collaboration ensures that PR messaging accurately reflects the restaurant’s brand and culinary vision, while also leveraging the expertise and personalities of the team. This teamwork helps create engaging press releases, social media posts, and media pitches that can attract positive attention and increase customer interest.

What does a Restaurant Public Relations professional do?

A Restaurant Public Relations (PR) professional manages and enhances the public image of a restaurant or restaurant group. Their responsibilities include crafting press releases, building relationships with media, coordinating events, managing social media presence, and handling public responses to both positive and negative reviews. They work closely with restaurant management to develop messaging that attracts customers and strengthens the brand. Effective PR can result in increased media coverage, positive customer engagement, and overall growth of the restaurant's reputation.
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Infographic showing various Restaurant Public Relations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,626 per year, or $40.2 per hour.
RESTAURANT PR & MARKETING MANAGER

RESTAURANT PR & MARKETING MANAGER

Bon Appetit

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Bon Appétit Management Company rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 66 rated caterers

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 Appétit 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 Appétit Management Company

Bon Appétit is a food service management company operating more than 1,000 cafés 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.

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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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