Job Description

About FoodZen

FoodZen is more than a meal service, we're on a mission to change the way people see, buy and eat food.

As an Indigenous-owned business, we create wholesome, ready-to-enjoy meals that bring calm to busy families, professionals, students and seniors. We prioritize whole foods over processed ones, striving to use hyper-local, ultra-seasonal ingredients with a deep respect for the land.

Through community education, workshops, and advocacy, we teach the why behind whole foods, soil health, food sovereignty, and sustainable eating. Our meals support local farmers, build stronger food systems, and help our community feel healthier and more connected.

If you love good food, people, and purpose, you'll love being part of FoodZen.

Role Overview

We're looking for a motivated and community-minded Marketing & Client Relations Coordinator to help us grow our customer base and keep operations running smoothly. You'll be the link between our clients, chefs, and community, helping to tell our story, attract new clients, and support the day-to-day business side of FoodZen.

Key Responsibilities

Community & Marketing

Promote FoodZen's services by visiting local markets, events, gyms, workplaces, schools and community hubs to build relationships and drive signups. Manage and create content for social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) to increase engagement and brand visibility. Track and report on outreach and marketing activities, focusing on client and revenue growth metrics.

Client Relations & Admin

Respond to inquiries and manage the general FoodZen email inbox; escalate to management or chefs when needed. Create and send invoices for personal chef clients through QuickBooks. Enter expense receipts and chef costs into QuickBooks for accurate bookkeeping. Maintain client contact lists and assist with newsletters or email campaigns.

Performance Metic

Primary success metric: measurable increase in active clients and monthly revenue for FoodZen.

Skills & Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills. You enjoy connecting with people. Organized and detail-oriented with basic experience using Microsoft Office, Google Suite and QuickBooks. Comfortable with social media management and light content creation (posts, stories, reels, simple graphics). Self-starter who can work independently in the community with minimal supervision. A valid driver's license, insurance and access to transportation are required.

Hours & Compensation

Part-time (20-25 hours/week) with flexible scheduling. Opportunity to move into a full-time role. Yearly salary based on experience, with performance-based incentives tied to client/revenue growth.

Perks:

Flexible schedule Hybrid role with work-from-home hours Competitive salary Performance-based incentives Weekly payment

Schedule:

Day shifts, usually between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday Average of 20-25 hours per week 3 weeks paid vacation Occasional evenings and weekends
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $35,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Benefits:

Company events Discounted or free food Flexible schedule Paid time off Work from home
Application question(s):

Please provide 2 - 3 samples of recent work (social media posts or community outreach examples).
Experience:

Marketing Related: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge, ON N3C 2A6