Marketing Coordinator

When what you Crave is a job that combines creative, challenging and ever-changing work with an experienced, inclusive team committed to create memorable moments every day, only White Castle hits the spot! We’re America’s first fast‑food hamburger chain with more than a century of service to a nation of Cravers. But we’re not satisfied with an impressive past. We’ve got our eye on an even tastier future, and we want you to be part of it!

White Castle is always looking for passionate, energetic, results‑driven people to join our teams, so apply to start your White Castle career today!

The Marketing Coordinator supports the development and execution of marketing programs that drive traffic and sales for both the restaurants and retail business. The role coordinates campaigns, manages day‑to‑day marketing projects, and ensures consistent brand execution across video, social, digital, in‑restaurant, shopper, out‑of‑home and other consumer touchpoints. This position provides critical support in meeting project timelines while upholding internal and external communication standards, and is essential in supporting White Castle’s objectives by upholding a positive and consistent brand presentation across all communication mediums.

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field of study preferred but not required;
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience within or outside White Castle in marketing‑related work is required;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, plus project management software and Outlook required;
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, as well as good judgment and solid people skills providing timely and consistent feedback to the marketing team and outside agency partners;
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently and in team environments;
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced work environment.

• Support system promotions for restaurants and retail by developing and executing assignments in a timely and budget‑maximizing fashion to assist in achievement of project goals;
• Support restaurant regional and local marketing plans, including grand openings, restaurant remodels, and community events; coordinate creation and availability of local store marketing toolkits and the ordering of approved materials and swag;
• Assist retail with shopper marketing programs; provide support on packaging optimization for both restaurants and retail; serve as a primary contact for select third‑party partnerships that elevate brand profile;
• Interact with agency and marketing partners to guide creative development for local requests; share requests from operations and retail sales with respective Brand Managers for input/direction;
• Identify key efforts needed for execution like contract approvals, check requisitions, coupons printed, artwork, budget/invoice tracking and provide executional support for operations teams;
• Provide tactical support for team, as assigned;
• Execute brand‑relevant program scope‑of‑work, as outlined by management, including maintaining budget, pricing levels and relationships with qualified vendors in supporting turnkey programs for the Castles;
• Maintain strong administrative support to source internal assets, keep marketing calendars current, manage billing and invoice payment, as well as out‑of‑home advertising contracts;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Did you know that with one in five team members having at least 10 years of consecutive service, a job with White Castle can become more than just a job – it can grow into a lasting and meaningful career? Because in this family‑owned business, we take care of our team!

• Family owned and operated since 1921
• Medical Plan
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Company‑paid Life Insurance and AD&D (buy‑ups available)
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement pay
• Jury duty pay
• 4 weeks of paid vacation in the first year
• Weekly paychecks – YES, WEEKLY!
• 401(k) (100% company match for the first 3% deferred and 50% for the next 2%); all contributions are 100% vested!
• Profit‑sharing plan
• Holiday bonuses
• Free parking
• Recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarship opportunities
• Career growth and development
• Hybrid work environment
• Business casual dress code (Yep, we wear jeans every day!)
• On‑site Café with free drinks and food discounts
• Community service opportunities
• White Castle restaurant discounts
• A slide to our lobby
• And much more…

If you meet the minimum qualifications above, APPLY NOW!

White Castle is an Equal Opportunity Employer