Shape restaurant is currently hiring Marketing Officer

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Shape restaurant is currently hiring Marketing Officer
Company
Shape restaurant
Location
Al Ain - Abu Dhabi
Job type
Full-time
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Job description
Marketing Officer

Company: Shape restaurant
Location: Al Ain, UAE
Work Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time · Entry Level
Salary: $500 – $1,000
Company Size: 50–99 Employees
Industry: Catering, Food Service & Restaurant
Job Description

We are looking for a proactive Marketing Officer to manage and grow the restaurant’s marketing presence. This role focuses on social media management, content coordination, influencer campaigns, and supporting marketing promotions and launches.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage social media accounts (Instagram, TikTok, Google).
• Coordinate content creation (photos, videos, reels) with designers and agencies.
• Handle influencer collaborations, visits, and campaign follow-ups.
• Support marketing campaigns, promotions, and launches.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports and track marketing KPIs.
Requirements
• Experience in restaurant or F&B marketing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms.
• Experience coordinating content creators and influencers.
• Basic reporting and KPI tracking skills.
• Creative, organized, and results-oriented.
Desired Skills
• Social media management (Instagram, TikTok).
• Content planning and coordination with photographers, videographers, and designers.
• Influencer sourcing, coordination, and follow-up.
• Basic understanding of digital marketing and paid boosting.
• Ability to track, analyze, and report marketing KPIs.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Creative mindset with attention to brand consistency.
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Candidate: Age 18–30 years
Career Level: Entry Level

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What is the minimum basic salary for UAE nationals in restaurant jobs?
As per Cabinet Resolution No. 60 of 2018 administered by MOHRE, UAE nationals employed in private sector restaurant jobs receive a minimum basic salary of AED 12,000 per month as of 2026. This applies to new hires regardless of experience level. Total salary may include allowances exceeding this basic amount.
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