Marketing Manager — Talently, Chicago, IL

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Skills: Restaurant & Hospitality Marketing, Multi-Unit Marketing Management, Local Store Marketing (LSM), Brand Development & Strategy, Digital Marketing & Social Media, Public Relations & Media Relations, Event Planning & Community Partnerships, Email Marketing & CRM Management, Influencer Marketing & Brand Partnerships, Marketing Campaign Management & Analytics

About Company / Opportunity:

A growing hospitality group with a portfolio of established restaurant and entertainment concepts is seeking a Marketing Manager to oversee marketing initiatives across multiple brands and locations. This individual will lead brand strategy, local restaurant marketing, digital campaigns, public relations, influencer partnerships, and special events. Working closely with Operations and restaurant leadership, the Marketing Manager will develop and execute marketing plans that increase brand awareness, drive guest traffic, and support continued business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute quarterly and monthly marketing plans across multiple restaurant brands and locations.

• Lead local store marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness, guest traffic, and revenue.

• Manage digital marketing campaigns, email marketing, website content, and social media initiatives.

• Oversee public relations, media outreach, influencer partnerships, and community engagement.

• Plan and coordinate restaurant events, promotions, sponsorships, and local partnerships.

• Collaborate with Operations and restaurant leadership to ensure consistent brand execution across all locations.

• Manage marketing agencies, graphic designers, and third-party vendors to execute campaigns.

• Maintain accurate restaurant listings, menus, hours, and promotional content across digital platforms.

• Support marketing initiatives for new restaurant openings, including local PR and digital channel launches.

• Track campaign performance, manage marketing budgets, and prepare monthly and quarterly reports.

Must-Have Skills:

• Restaurant / Hospitality Marketing Experience – 5+ years of marketing experience with a restaurant group, hotel brand, or hospitality organization.

• Multi-Unit Marketing & Local Store Marketing (LSM) – Proven ability to manage marketing strategies, promotions, and campaigns across multiple restaurant locations or concepts.

• Digital Marketing & Brand Management – Hands-on experience with email marketing, Google Business Profile, digital platforms, public relations, and brand awareness initiatives.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Influencer & Public Relations Experience – Established relationships with local influencers, media outlets, and community partners.

• New Restaurant Opening Experience – Experience leading marketing campaigns, local outreach, PR, and digital setup for new restaurant openings.

• Creative & Website Management – Familiarity with website content management, graphic design coordination, social media content, and marketing automation platforms.