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Assistant Marketing Director

Chick-fil-A Restaurants · Fort Worth, TX, USA ·

Pay:
$18-$25/hr
Job type:
Seasonal

Assistant Marketing Director
Locations:

Chick-fil-A North Collins Street, Arlington, TX

Chick-fil-A Eastchase Parkway, Fort Worth, TX

Compensation
$18–$25 per hour , based on experience, demonstrated leadership ability, and final role placement within our leadership structure. With an anticipated schedule of 30–40 hours per week. Candidates with stronger marketing, catering, operational, or leadership experience may be considered for placement at the higher end of the range. Starting compensation is negotiable based on qualifications.

Position Summary
The Assistant Marketing Director supports the planning and execution of marketing, community engagement, catering, and brand initiatives for one Chick-fil-A restaurant location.

This is a hands‑on leadership role that combines approximately 50% marketing and community engagement responsibilities with 50% catering and restaurant operations support . The Assistant Marketing Director works closely with the Marketing Director and restaurant leadership to strengthen community relationships, increase brand awareness, support catering growth, and ensure marketing initiatives are carried out effectively.

This position is expected to work approximately 30–40 hours per week , with scheduling based on restaurant, catering, event, and business needs. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, relationship‑focused, and comfortable moving between administrative responsibilities, community events, catering execution, and restaurant operations.

Core Responsibilities
Marketing Strategy and Execution

Support the development and execution of restaurant marketing initiatives aligned with business goals

Assist with social media content, scheduling, and community engagement

Help coordinate team member and community spotlight programs

Create or coordinate digital, print, and in‑store marketing materials

Support promotional campaigns, product launches, and seasonal marketing initiatives

Help plan and execute Spirit Nights, fundraisers, giveaways, and restaurant events

Track marketing activities, results, and opportunities for continued growth

Ensure marketing projects are completed accurately and on time

Community Engagement and Brand Partnerships

Build and maintain positive relationships with schools, churches, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and other community partners

Respond to community partnership, donation, sponsorship, and event requests

Coordinate donation baskets, sandwich sponsorships, giveaways, and community support efforts

Assist with scheduling and preparing for meetings with community organizations

Represent the restaurant professionally at community events and partnership activities

Maintain timely communication and follow‑through with community stakeholders

Identify opportunities to strengthen the restaurant’s presence and impact within the local community

Catering Support and Business Development

Support catering sales, outreach, and relationship‑building efforts

Assist with developing relationships with businesses, schools, churches, healthcare organizations, and community groups

Help coordinate catering orders from preparation through delivery or pickup

Confirm order details and support accurate, timely, and professional execution

Assist with staging, packaging, loading, delivering, and setting up catering orders

Follow up with catering guests and help identify opportunities for repeat business

Support catering promotions, sampling opportunities, and community outreach

Maintain Chick-fil-A standards for food quality, presentation, accuracy, and guest service

In‑Store Marketing and Brand Standards

Support restaurant décor, merchandising, and seasonal rollouts

Coordinate Cow appearances, including scheduling, preparation, and event execution

Maintain an organized inventory of marketing materials, promotional items, and event supplies

Assist with Point of Purchase materials and ensure displays remain current and brand‑consistent

Update reader board messaging and in‑store promotional content as assigned

Support the management of digital offers and promotional materials

Help ensure that all marketing content reflects Chick-fil-A brand standards and the restaurant’s local voice

Restaurant Operations and Leadership Support

Work alongside the restaurant team to support daily operations and the guest experience

Provide operational support during peak periods, special events, catering orders, and other business needs

Demonstrate and reinforce Chick-fil-A standards for hospitality, cleanliness, food safety, accuracy, and speed of service

Build positive working relationships with Team Members and restaurant leaders

Remain flexible and willing to assist in different areas of the restaurant

Communicate priorities, updates, and opportunities clearly with the Marketing Director and leadership team

Model professionalism, initiative, reliability, and servant leadership

Qualifications

Marketing, catering, restaurant, hospitality, sales, event planning, or community engagement experience preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organization, time management, and follow‑through

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Creative thinker with attention to detail and an operational mindset

Comfortable building relationships and representing the restaurant in the community

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a leadership team

Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content preferred

Willingness to learn and follow Chick-fil-A brand standards

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required for catering deliveries and community events

Scheduling and Availability

Approximately 30–40 hours per week

Schedule may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays

Saturday availability required

Availability must be flexible based on catering orders, restaurant operations, community events, and promotional activities

Some work may take place outside the restaurant at catering deliveries, partnership meetings, and community events

Physical and Operational Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Ability to bend, reach, carry supplies, and assist with restaurant and event setup

Ability to lift and transport catering orders, marketing materials, and event supplies

Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced restaurant environment

Ability to work indoors and outdoors as business and event needs require

Core Competencies

Marketing and brand stewardship

Community relationship management

Catering execution and business development

Creativity and attention to detail

Organization and follow‑through

Operational flexibility

Professional communication

Initiative and accountability

Guest‑focused hospitality

Servant leadership

The Assistant Marketing Director will be assigned primarily to either Chick-fil-A North Collins Street or Chick-fil-A Eastchase Parkway and will support the marketing, catering, and operational priorities of that restaurant.

Working at a Chick-fil-A® restaurant is more than a job – it’s an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people‑focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.

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