Account Manager

Backed by Y Combinator, CocuSocial is one of the largest providers of culinary experience in the US. We connect chefs with venues like restaurants and hotels to host a variety of cooking classes, baking classes, wine tasting, and mixology classes. We are growing fast and currently offering experiences in 15+ major metropolitan areas in the US including NYC, LA, DC, Chicago, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, etc. Michelin-starred chefs and celebrity chefs who appeared on Bravo's Top Chef have also taught on our platform. Our mission is to educate, entertain and bring people together through these food and drink experiences.

As an account manager at CocuSocial, you will drive our growth by developing partnerships with venues (restaurants and hotels) and recruiting chef instructors in your assigned territory. You will also manage and support existing venue and chef partners. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about food and bringing people together through a shared experience. Your responsibilities include the following.

1. Develop a partner venue acquisition strategy by researching, pitching, and closing restaurants, hotels, and other venue partners.
2. Develop a chef instructor recruiting strategy by identifying, screening, and training chef instructors.
3. Coordinate with partner venues and chef instructors to select class topics and plan class schedules.
4. Strategize areas for growth and expansion within your assigned territories and beyond.

1. Bachelor's degree required.
2. 1+ years of working experience in an account manager role.
3. Sales and business development experiences are also preferred.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills.
5. Passionate about food and beverage.
6. Excited about working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Compensation and Perks

1. Competitive salary ($60,000 - $70,000) and bonus ($5,000 - $10,000).
2. Health insurance, FSA, and HSA.
3. Work remotely full-time.
4. Paid time off.
5. Unlimited CocuSocial experiences and other team-building events.
6. Opportunity to work with an intimate, smart, and passionate team.