Position Overview:
The ideal Marketing & Events Coordinator candidate is creative and passionate about people, growing sales and is a brand ambassador for our delicious cakes and potential new guests! A self-motivated individual who can help us become a pillar in our community, bringing brand awareness and JOY to the Miami Valley!
Key Responsibilities – Events & Mobile Unit:
- Schedule, book, and manage offsite events (schools, hospitals, corporate settings, festivals, sports events, etc.) Can include events nights and weekends outside regular bakery hours
- Coordinate all pre-event details including food truck setup needs, product ordering, staffing, and inventory
- Attend events and operate the mobile van as needed (sales, POS, payments, customer interaction)
- Track event profitability and report results
-Could involve some in-bakery position hours when needed
-Able to lift 40-50lbs and stand to work
Marketing & Social Media:
- Maintain bakery social media channels (Facebook)
- Create and post engaging content supporting promotions, flavors, seasonal launches, and events
- Promote upcoming events, partnerships, and charitable activities
- Respond to online inquiries, comments, and messages
-Plan and market to the community for both locations by executing the 10k Bites of Joy program. Track this marketing using a 10k Bites of Joy tracker.
Communication & Operations Alignment:
- Communicate regularly with the Area Bakery Manager regarding product forecasts for upcoming events
- Identify staffing / scheduling needs for events
- Communicate packaging, supplies, and inventory needed for mobile van activities
- Submit weekly event summary including planned events, expected sales, and production needs
Skills & Experience Desired:
- 1–3 years in marketing, events, or hospitality preferred
- Strong communication and customer interaction ability
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Ability to work evenings/weekends for events
- Comfortable operating a mobile food trailer/truck (training provided)
- Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation
-Excellent cash handling
-Ability to quickly learn new technology
-Team player
Success Metrics:
- High-quality events that delight guests & represent the brand well
- Positive community relationships & increased brand visibility
- Accurate communication between bakery team & event execution
- Measurable sales growth from events and marketing activities
