Job Description

*Please note: This role is for Chez Mia, a fine dining restaurant concept and subsidiary of Starshot Ventures. Restaurant and hospitality experience is required. If you are interested in this position, please email portfolio and work examples related to the work described in the job description below to jesse@starshot.ventures with the title: "Chez Mia Social Media". Applicants without portfolios or work examples will not be considered*

ABOUT

Chez Mia is a French fine dining establishment located at 8478 Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, California. Opened on October 8, 2024, Chez Mia draws inspiration from the South of France, offering guests a transportive culinary experience in the heart of Los Angeles with its blend of high-quality cuisine and a picturesque setting reminiscent of the French Riviera.

Chez Mia boasts an expansive 8,900-square-foot space, featuring a lush outdoor dining area with a 30-seat bar flanked by two striking nine-foot fountains. Designed by the acclaimed firm Fettle, the interior exudes European elegance with gold mohair banquettes, Italian-inspired chandeliers, and whimsical folkloric accents, creating an intimate and romantic ambiance.

ROLE SUMMARY

We are seeking a creative and dynamic Social Media Manager to lead our online presence and community engagement efforts. This role combines onsite content creation with relationship-building and strategic social media management to amplify our restaurant’s voice and foster an exciting community around our LA-based concept.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Creation:

• Capture high-quality photos, videos, and stories onsite to showcase the restaurant’s food, ambiance, staff, and special events.
• Develop engaging content tailored to various platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.) that reflects the restaurant’s unique personality.
• Stay up-to-date with trends in social media to create viral-worthy posts that resonate with our audience.

Community Engagement:

• Build and nurture an engaged online community by responding to comments, messages, and reviews promptly and authentically.
• Interact with regular customers and VIPs both online and in-person to strengthen relationships and encourage loyalty.
• Organize exclusive events or promotions for regulars and VIPs to enhance their connection to the brand.

Social Media Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with the restaurant’s goals.
• Plan campaigns around key events, holidays, menu launches, or collaborations to drive foot traffic and online buzz.
• Monitor analytics to measure performance and adjust strategies for growth.

Brand Advocacy:

• Act as the face of the restaurant on social media by embodying its values and personality in all communications.
• Collaborate with chefs, staff, and external partners to tell compelling stories that highlight the restaurant’s unique offerings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience managing social media for a hospitality or lifestyle brand (restaurant experience required).
• Exceptional photography, videography, and editing skills using tools like Adobe Creative Suite or mobile apps.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook) and their algorithms.
• Excellent communication skills with a knack for building relationships both online and offline.
• Creative thinker who can bring fresh ideas to the table while staying true to the brand’s identity.
• Must be based in Los Angeles and able to be onsite during the restaurant’s operating hours.

ATTRIBUTES:

• You lead with positivity. Excited to uphold a culture of teamwork and collaboration with a we-first attitude. You seek ideas and feedback from all members, and aren’t afraid to raise your hand to help others.
• You’re gritty. Ready to jump in at any or all of the stages involved in taking an idea to market from the get-go. No egos, no hesitations, no attitudes. We’re a brand incubator that takes ideas from the ground floor to market, so you have to be ready to dive in with whatever is necessary at any step of the way.
• You're collaborative. You have great interpersonal skills and thrive off of building productive relationships with those around you, even in stressful times.
• You're collaborative. You have great interpersonal skills and thrive off of building productive relationships with those around you, even in stressful times.
• You love what you do. You nerd out on industry trends and constantly follow competitive brands in your free time, always looking for the next best thing.
• You are organized. Process is cool. You’ll bring new folder structures and eliminate wasted time searching for documents.

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