It began with a vision to bring the time-honored flavors and healthy ingredients of South Korea to Columbus, Ohio. From that dream, BIBIBOP was born. Inspired by the traditional Korean dish bibimbap, we sought to make balanced and healthy Asian cuisine accessible and enjoyable to everyone. From the day we opened the doors of our first location in 2013, BIBIBOP is true to what we envisioned: A quick, complete and nutritious meal - with flavors unlike any other concept. Our goals of strengthening our neighbor and enriching the lives of our team members are what drive us to continuously grow and promote a happy, healthy lifestyle for all.
Bibibop is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process and throughout employment, as required by applicable law. If you require assistance or accommodation, please inform us so we can ensure your needs are met. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
About the Job
Field Marketing Coordinator
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Marketing Project Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: On-Site – Columbus, Ohio
Company: BIBIBOP
About us:
Gosh Enterprises is a dynamic, rapidly growing company that oversees a family of brands:
- Charleys: A 850+ unit restaurant brand known worldwide for serving the #1 Philly Cheesesteak in the World
- BIBIBOP Asian Grill: An award winning, 80+ unit Korean-inspired fast casual restaurant concept
- Lenny's Grill and Subs: A Memphis-based 60+ unit chain serving high quality deli subs and hot subs
- Charleys Kids: A non-profit, partnering with like-minded organizations around the world to provide food, education, and mentorship to at-risk children
- Solar Planet: A company that provides solar field advisory and installation services
Position Summary
We're looking for a dynamic Local Store Marketing Coordinator to bring our brand to life in the communities we serve. This role is all about Local Store Marketing, leading grassroots efforts like fundraisers, school and youth programs, summer reading initiatives, gym partnerships, sponsorships, events, and donations that drive awareness, traffic, and meaningful community impact.
As the boots-on-the-ground brand ambassador, you'll build local partnerships, attend and execute events, connect directly with guests, and ensure our restaurants show up in authentic and engaging ways. You may also support new store openings by executing on-site marketing initiatives and creating memorable first impressions in new markets, as needed. The ideal candidate for this position is an energetic, detail-oriented relationship-builder with a strong work ethic.
What You'll Own (Core Responsibilities)
- Brainstorm and develop targeted Local Store Marketing initiatives.
- Execute and support Local Store Marketing initiatives cross-functionally and across all markets.
- Assist in developing new community programs that support brand growth and guest engagement.
- Identify new partnership and event opportunities that align with brand values and local business goals.
- Assist with grassroots outreach efforts for new store openings, including on-site event support.
- Coordinate and manage community programs such as fundraising, kids programs, Summer Reading programs, gym partnerships, sponsorships, donations, and more.
- Maintain and grow relationships with local partners like schools, youth organizations, gyms, nonprofits, and local businesses.
- Support donation requests and ensure timely fulfillment and communication.
- Partner with store leadership and operations teams to ensure alignment and successful program execution.
- Attend community events, sponsorship activations, and fundraisers as a brand representative.
- Manage event logistics including materials, setup, breakdown, and on-site execution.
- Engage with guests at events to drive awareness, trial, and traffic to local stores.
- Represent the brand professionally and enthusiastically in all community interactions.
- Coordinate social influencer partnerships for new store openings, local events, and brand marketing.
- Assist in digital marketing projects related to new store openings and local store marketing.
- Support digital content creation as needed.
- Track participation, results, and feedback from programs and events to support continuous improvement.
- Maintain organization of marketing materials, event supplies, and program documentation.
- Maintain budgets, timelines, resources, and execution of all programs, events, and partnerships.
What Good Looks Like
You'll be successful in this role if you are:
- Driving brand awareness and engagement
- Managing multiple projects and meeting timelines
- Building strong relationships with stores and partners
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Required
- 1-2 years' experience in marketing, community engagement, events, or related field
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Flexible schedule with availability for evenings and weekends as needed
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel 40-50% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field
- Previous experience in restaurant or retail Marketing
Total Rewards
GOSH Enterprises offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to attract and retain top executive talent:
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Quarterly performance bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and sick/personal days
- Short-term disability coverage
- Voluntary term life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
- 401(k) with company match
- Wellness activity reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing professional development support
GOSH is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process and throughout employment, as required by applicable law. If you require assistance or accommodation, please inform us so we can ensure your needs are met. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
How We Build Our Team:
We seek exceptional team members who are passionate about our "why" and exhibit the following values:
- Owner Mentality: Focus on results and impact, not activities. Take accountabilities, especially when things get tough. Always ask "what's mine to own". Never point fingers
- Humility: Seek to understand and embrace what is true about the environment and self. Other-centered; genuinely see other people as important as self
- Growth-mindset: Resilient when things get tough. Believe that he/she can grow with new knowledge, practice, reflection and learning experiences. Actively seek out various opportunities to learn. Ready and willing to unlearn and relearn when reality challenges existing paradigms
- Entrepreneurial: Ingenuous and creative when resources are limited. Excited by the prospect of doing more with less. Able to move forward with incomplete information. Does not need to wait "till everything is ready." Take calculated risks
- People Leader: Actively invest in the growth and success of his/her team through serving, encouraging, and coaching
- Excellence: Strive to execute with excellence in all endeavors
Are YOU ready to be part of something special? Apply now and start your rewarding career with Bibibop Asian Grill today!
