Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Local Sales Manager (LSM)
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Type: Full-Time
Reports to: General Manager / Regional Marketing Manager / Managing Director
About Us
At Chotto Matte , we bring the vibrant spirit of Nikkei cuisine to life—where bold Japanese and Peruvian flavors collide in a stylish, immersive dining experience. Our restaurants are destinations for art, music, culture, and unforgettable hospitality. We’re now seeking a dynamic Local Sales Manager (LSM) to drive guest engagement, brand visibility, and local partnerships for our Toronto location.
Position Overview
The Local Sales Manager will lead all local marketing and sales efforts, community outreach, and event-driven sales initiatives to grow traffic, elevate the brand locally, and build strategic relationships. The ideal candidate is creative, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced, luxury lifestyle environment.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Guest Acquisition
- Develop and execute strategies to increase restaurant traffic and revenue through local B2B and B2C outreach.
- Identify and build relationships with local businesses, hotels, event planners, influencers, concierges, and high-net-worth individuals to generate group bookings and VIP visits.
- Act as brand ambassador, representing the restaurant at local events, business mixers, and networking opportunities.
- Create and execute retail sales activations that are well suited in connecting our guests with our brand alike.
Local Marketing & Promotions
- Plan and implement targeted local marketing campaigns aligned with brand standards.
- Coordinate with corporate marketing team on seasonal promotions, brand activations, and PR initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams (chefs, bar, events) to create and market signature experiences (e.g., tasting menus, themed events, brunches).
Events & Community Engagement
- Oversee in-house events, private dining, and collaborations with luxury/lifestyle brands.
- Identify partnership opportunities with local cultural institutions, art galleries, fashion boutiques, and media outlets.
- Manage RSVP lists, liaise with media/influencers, and ensure brand excellence at all touchpoints.
Digital & Social Media Support
- Provide content and insights for location-specific social media posts and campaigns.
- Monitor local trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
- Support content creation efforts through storytelling, guest experiences, and behind-the-scenes moments.
Qualifications & Skills
- 2–5 years of experience in hospitality, luxury retail, or lifestyle marketing/sales (restaurant experience strongly preferred).
- Proven track record in sales, relationship building, and executing local marketing campaigns.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
- Knowledge of the local luxury, arts, fashion, and hospitality scene is a strong plus.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives + Full health and dental
- Dining discounts and perks across the Chotto Matte brand
- A dynamic, culturally rich environment with growth potential
- Opportunity to shape the local marketing strategy of a globally recognized brand
About Chotto Matte - Toronto
Chotto Matte, Kurt Zdesar’s unique vision of bringing authentic Nikkei cuisine to a vibrant and contemporary environment, first came to life in 2013.
After the initial success of its Soho restaurant, two further sites soon landed in Miami and Toronto. With the newest additions, Doha, Riyadh and San Francisco set to open in 2022 and 2023 respectively, the stylish global appeal of Chotto Matte continues to grow.
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Local Sales Manager (LSM)
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Type: Full-Time
Reports to: General Manager / Regional Marketing Manager / Managing Director
About Us
At Chotto Matte , we bring the vibrant spirit of Nikkei cuisine to life—where bold Japanese and Peruvian flavors collide in a stylish, immersive dining experience. Our restaurants are destinations for art, music, culture, and unforgettable hospitality. We’re now seeking a dynamic Local Sales Manager (LSM) to drive guest engagement, brand visibility, and local partnerships for our Toronto location.
Position Overview
The Local Sales Manager will lead all local marketing and sales efforts, community outreach, and event-driven sales initiatives to grow traffic, elevate the brand locally, and build strategic relationships. The ideal candidate is creative, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced, luxury lifestyle environment.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Guest Acquisition
- Develop and execute strategies to increase restaurant traffic and revenue through local B2B and B2C outreach.
- Identify and build relationships with local businesses, hotels, event planners, influencers, concierges, and high-net-worth individuals to generate group bookings and VIP visits.
- Act as brand ambassador, representing the restaurant at local events, business mixers, and networking opportunities.
- Create and execute retail sales activations that are well suited in connecting our guests with our brand alike.
Local Marketing & Promotions
- Plan and implement targeted local marketing campaigns aligned with brand standards.
- Coordinate with corporate marketing team on seasonal promotions, brand activations, and PR initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams (chefs, bar, events) to create and market signature experiences (e.g., tasting menus, themed events, brunches).
Events & Community Engagement
- Oversee in-house events, private dining, and collaborations with luxury/lifestyle brands.
- Identify partnership opportunities with local cultural institutions, art galleries, fashion boutiques, and media outlets.
- Manage RSVP lists, liaise with media/influencers, and ensure brand excellence at all touchpoints.
Digital & Social Media Support
- Provide content and insights for location-specific social media posts and campaigns.
- Monitor local trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
- Support content creation efforts through storytelling, guest experiences, and behind-the-scenes moments.
Qualifications & Skills
- 2–5 years of experience in hospitality, luxury retail, or lifestyle marketing/sales (restaurant experience strongly preferred).
- Proven track record in sales, relationship building, and executing local marketing campaigns.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
- Knowledge of the local luxury, arts, fashion, and hospitality scene is a strong plus.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives + Full health and dental
- Dining discounts and perks across the Chotto Matte brand
- A dynamic, culturally rich environment with growth potential
- Opportunity to shape the local marketing strategy of a globally recognized brand
About Chotto Matte - Toronto
Chotto Matte, Kurt Zdesar’s unique vision of bringing authentic Nikkei cuisine to a vibrant and contemporary environment, first came to life in 2013.
After the initial success of its Soho restaurant, two further sites soon landed in Miami and Toronto. With the newest additions, Doha, Riyadh and San Francisco set to open in 2022 and 2023 respectively, the stylish global appeal of Chotto Matte continues to grow.