What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager – Culinary Partnerships (US) position at CocuSocial?
Company Description
Backed by Y Combinator, CocuSocial is one of the largest culinary experience providers in the US. We connect chefs with venues like hotels and restaurants to host a variety of cooking, baking, cocktail-making and wine-tasting classes. We are growing fast and currently offering in-person experiences in over 30 metro areas in the US, including NYC, LA, DC, Chicago, Atlanta, San Diego, and more. Michelin-starred chefs and celebrity chefs who appeared on Bravo's Top Chef have also taught on our platform. Our mission is to educate, entertain, and bring people together through unique food and drink experiences.
Job Description
As an account manager at CocuSocial, you will drive growth by developing partnerships with venues and recruiting chef instructors in your assigned territory. You will also manage and support existing venues and chef partners. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about food and bringing people together through a shared experience. Your responsibilities include the following.
Your responsibilities include the following:
- Develop a partner venue acquisition strategy by researching, pitching, and closing restaurants, hotels, and other venue partners.
- Develop a chef instructor recruiting strategy by identifying, screening, and training chef instructors.
- Coordinate with partner venues and chef instructors to develop class topics and plan class schedules.
- Strategize areas for growth and expansion within your assigned territories and beyond.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3 years of experience in account management, sales, business development, or partner management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills.
- Passionate about food and beverage experiences.
- Excited about working in a fast-paced startup environment.
Additional Information
- Competitive base salary plus performance bonus.
- Health insurance, FSA, and HSA.
- Work remotely full-time.
- Paid time off.
- Unlimited CocuSocial experiences and other team-building events.
- Opportunity to work with an intimate, smart, and passionate team.