What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Impact Coordinator position at Chicken N Pickle?
About Us
Chicken N Pickle is a unique, indoor/outdoor family entertainment complex that includes a casual, chef-driven restaurant and sports bar, pickleball courts and professional instruction, space for live entertainment, a variety of yard games and space to lounge outdoors with (or without) your dog. Each venue offers indoor and outdoor space for public and private parties and hosts an impressive schedule of events including concerts, charitable fundraisers, watch parties and more.
It is a warm and welcoming environment that brings together people of all ages. People from all over the community can engage in the joy of being human.
We think of our brand as that of a rambunctious, multi-generational family that works hard and plays hard. We’re driven to provide our employees with a supportive, meaningful work environment, by bringing all voices to the table and providing opportunities for mentorship with career growth.
Good Food. Good Friends. Great Fun. 🥒🐔🏓
At Chicken N Pickle, we’re about more than great food and pickleball—we’re here to strengthen our communities. The Community Impact Coordinator (CIC) plays a key role in building local partnerships, leading fundraising efforts, and bringing our brand to life through meaningful engagement that drives guest traffic and community impact.
Live the Brand
Chicken N Pickle is a unique, indoor/outdoor family entertainment complex that includes a casual, chef-driven restaurant and sports bar, pickleball courts and professional instruction, space for live entertainment, a variety of yard games and space to lounge outdoors with (or without) your dog. Each venue offers indoor and outdoor space for public and private parties and hosts an impressive schedule of events including concerts, charitable fundraisers, watch parties and more.
It is a warm and welcoming environment that brings together people of all ages. People from all over the community can engage in the joy of being human.
We think of our brand as that of a rambunctious, multi-generational family that works hard and plays hard. We’re driven to provide our employees with a supportive, meaningful work environment, by bringing all voices to the table and providing opportunities for mentorship with career growth.
Good Food. Good Friends. Great Fun. 🥒🐔🏓
At Chicken N Pickle, we’re about more than great food and pickleball—we’re here to strengthen our communities. The Community Impact Coordinator (CIC) plays a key role in building local partnerships, leading fundraising efforts, and bringing our brand to life through meaningful engagement that drives guest traffic and community impact.
Live the Brand
- Represent and embody Chicken N Pickle’s core values: Authenticity, Community, Connection, Integrity, and Quality
- Promote and support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Serve as a welcoming, visible, and enthusiastic ambassador for the brand within the community
- Respond to and manage all donation and fundraising requests received via phone, email, and in-person
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local nonprofits, schools, churches, and community organizations
- Collaborate with partners to find creative “yes” solutions that maximize community impact
- Meet as many guests on property as possible to share fundraising opportunities and build excitement.
- Build and maintain strong local-market relationships to secure sponsorships, partnerships, and cross-promotional opportunities
- Lead Give Back Nights, Green Cup Campaigns, and other fundraising initiatives from planning through final execution
- Partner closely with the Property Events team to plan and execute:
- In-store events
- Kids’ Crew
- Local launches
- Community activities that drive brand awareness, trial, and guest traffic
- Own the execution of local activations, both in-store and off-property, including:
- Setup, coordination, on-site support, and breakdown
- Hands-on guest engagement during events and activations
- Plan, oversee, attend and actively support community-focused events, including but not limited to:
- Pickleball tournaments, including events utilizing Foundation-donated court time
- Cornhole, bingo, trivia, dinners, and other ticketed fundraising or social events
- Board meetings, church gatherings, and charitable or community partner events
- Organize and lead property-wide charity events such as:
- Sip N Support
- Pints with a Purpose
- Our Hearts Are Local Day
- Actively engage with guests during events and activations to build rapport, answer questions, and encourage participation
- Proactively invite guests to participate in:
- Events
- Clinics
- Leagues
- Store programming
- Manage and distribute local marketing materials (flyers, brochures, signage)
- Serve as the primary point of contact for local flyer distribution
- Ensure all assets are current, organized, and properly displayed
- Support school assemblies, field marketing initiatives, and grassroots efforts that increase walk-in traffic
- Collaborate with the General Manager and Property Events team to drive engagement during non-prime times
- Review the event sales pipeline and strategically align community initiatives to support property sales goals
- Introduce qualified leads to the Sales Account Manager when appropriate
- Maintain monthly community impact statistics, accounting processes, and assist with social media content as needed
- Ensure clear and consistent communication with the Community Director, Property Events Coordinator, and General Manager
- Attend required meetings, including community, BEO, and manager meetings
- Contribute to employee newsletters and participate in pre-shift meetings to highlight community efforts
- Coordinate monthly volunteer opportunities for restaurant and home office teams
- Celebrate team members through birthday cards and ongoing communication around community impact
- Support holidays and awareness days such as Veterans Day, MLK Day, and Our Hearts Are Local Day
- 40 hour work week, with a minimum of 30 hours per week on property
- Remote work must be approved by the supervisor
- A natural at building relationships – Strong consultative skills with the ability to connect with a variety of people, from guests to local organizations.
- Can handle a fast-paced atmosphere – Thrives in a dynamic, fluid environment and can juggle multiple projects without ruffling feathers.
- Holds themselves to a high standard – Excellent self-accountability, professionalism, and integrity.
- High-energy - personality-forward presence
- A smooth communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with guests, return guests, co-workers, and leadership.
- Flexibility – Can adapt to changing business and team needs with ease.
- Tech-savvy with a side of creativity – Proficient in computer skills and eager to learn new software programs.
- Knows that impact doesn’t clock out at 5 PM – Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support community initiatives.
- Ready to hit the road (with reimbursement, of course!) – Must have a reliable personal vehicle and be able to travel locally for off-site marketing initiatives. Mileage will be reimbursed.