Account Executive

  • Full-time

Company Description

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 cocktail making classes. We are growing fast and currently offering virtual classes and in-person experiences in 16 major cities in the US including NYC, LA, DC, Philadelphia, Chicago, SF, San Diego, 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.

Job Description

As an account executive at CocuSocial, you will drive our growth by developing partnerships with venues (restaurants and hotels) and recruiting chef instructors in your assigned territory. 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 hiring chef instructors.

3. Coordinate with account managers to hand over newly onboarded venues and chef instructors.

4. Work with account managers to strategize areas for growth and expansion within your assigned territories.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree required.

2. 2+ years of working experience in an account executive, sales, or business development role.

3. Excellent verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills.

4. Passionate about food and beverage.

5. Excited about working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Additional Information

Compensation and Perks

1. Competitive salary and bonus.

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.