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Social Media Coordinator - CSCA CAFE

The Cambridge School of Culinary Arts · Cambridge, MA, USA ·

Pay:
$23-$27/hr
Job type:
Freelance

About the Role
Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (CSCA) Cafe is looking for a creative, camera-comfortable Social Media Coordinator to bring our food, drinks, and community to life online. You'll be the voice and eye behind our TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook profiles — planning, shooting, editing, and posting consistent, scroll-stopping content that keeps our regulars engaged and brings new faces through the door.

What You’ll Do

Plan and maintain a consistent posting calendar across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook

Shoot and edit short-form video (Reels, TikToks) and photo content featuring our food, drinks, staff, and atmosphere

Film and photograph our baristasin action — prep, technique, and finished product — for behind-the-scenes content

Film and photograph the baking team in action — prep, technique, and finished product — for behind-the-scenes content

Write engaging, on-brand captions and copy for every post

Stay on top of platform trends, sounds, and formats, and adapt them to fit CSCA Cafe’s voice

Respond to comments and DMs and actively build community engagement

Track performance metrics (reach, engagement, follower growth) and adjust strategy based on what’s working

Collaborate with cafe staff and management on promotions, new menu items, and events to turn into content

What We’re Looking For

1-3 Years Prior experience managing social media accounts or creating content (personal, brand, or freelance) — a portfolio or sample content is welcome

Strong photo/video skills using a smartphone; comfortable filming and editing short-form video

A creative eye and a genuine interest in food, coffee, and cafe culture

Excellent written communication and a knack for a scroll-stopping caption

Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently with light supervision

Familiarity with TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook best practices and analytics tools

Ability to maintain a consistent stream of posts

Position Details

Employment Type: Part-Time, 10-15 hours/week to start.

Pay: $23–$27/hour, based on experience

Schedule: Flexible, with on-site availability needed for content shoots at CSCA Cafe and Cambridge School of Culinary Arts

Location: CSCA Cafe, Cambridge, MA

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