We are seeking a dynamic and results driven Regional Sales and Marketing Manager to join our team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. This role is ideal for a proactive, commercially minded professional who thrives on building local partnerships, generating new business, and delivering innovative marketing initiatives that drive revenue and guest loyalty. The role is covering Piccolino Caffe Grande Manchester and Piccolino Grande Wilmslow.

You will play a key role in increasing brand visibility, maximising covers, and ensuring each restaurant achieves its financial targets through strategic local marketing and hands on sales activity.

Why Join Us?

• 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 8 people
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Access to up to 40% of earned wages and financial wellbeing tools through Wagestream
• Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services
• HealthCare Cashback Plan
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods

Key Responsibilities

• Local Marketing
• Develop and execute tailored local marketing strategies in partnership with the central Marketing Team.
• Drive Club IR loyalty sign-ups to grow a strong local database and encourage repeat visits.
• Build partnerships with local businesses and community stakeholders.
• Support social media activity and community engagement initiatives.
• Create and manage a local marketing and events calendar aligned with regional opportunities.
• Proactive Sales & Revenue Generation
• Generate new business that directly contributes to revenue growth.
• Convert new guests unfamiliar with our venues into loyal customers.
• Re-engage dormant guests through consistent outreach.
• Identify upselling opportunities to maximise transaction value.
• Secure referrals that lead to confirmed bookings.
• Plan and deliver ticketed events that drive incremental revenue.

Operational Excellence

• Work closely with operational teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Deliver experiential, brand-aligned events that elevate guest experience and satisfaction.
• Key Performance Indicators

Success in this role will be measured against:

• Year to date cover growth
• Spend per head optimisation
• Private Dining Room occupancy
• Club IR targets
• Incremental sales growth
• Proactive sales performance

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in sales, marketing, hospitality, or events.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Commercial awareness with a results-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and confident working across multiple locations.

If you feel your skills and experience match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to apply.