DIR, COMMUNICATIONS
Salary: 130K
Pay Grade: 17
Other Forms of Compensation: 20% Bonus
As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.
Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Communications Director is a key member of the Company K12 School dining team with responsibility for managing the internal and external communication of the organization. We are looking for an outgoing communications expert who is passionate about building a brand through storytelling both internally and externally. The role directs our public relations strategy, social media presence, CEO communications, key recognition programs as well as crisis response. The Communications Director is a key stakeholder in developing our culture through communication as well as furthering our position as an industry innovator.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manages company brand and reputation -- elevates Company reputation and visibility in the marketplace
- Develops, implements and manages a comprehensive internal and external communication strategy
- Interfaces with CEO on strategic and regular messaging both internally and externally including monthly communications, town hall formats and new ideas
- Directs public relations agency in implementing media and public relations strategy
- Drives corporate messaging strategy including development and implementation
- Directs social media strategy and new modes of communication and engagement
- Liaises and coordinates content and spokespeople with operations, strategic partners and clients
- Provides communication counsel to senior management
- Develops rich and creative content
- Directs first-level crisis communication with associates, clients and media
- Identifies and submits applications for third party awards and certifications
- Supports sales process through development and maintenance of key client/customer facing messages
- Works with Company communications to ensure appropriate integration and collaboration
- Makes appropriate public appearances
- Requires a high level of analytical and problem solving skills, and must be able to define problems, gather data, establish facts, research possible solutions and draw viable conclusions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to interact with associates at all levels of the organization.
- Bachelor’s degree required with a major in public relations, communications or journalism
- Seven or more years of professional corporate communications/ public relations experience required
- A strategic thinker
- Previous management experience ideal
- Foodservice or education industry experience a plus
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Broad knowledge of social media
- Must be willing to travel as needed
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a positive, can-do attitude
- Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Senior level presentation, written and verbal communication skills
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Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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