Cooking.com currently has a great opportunity for a part-time Product Content Administrator (20-24 hours/week). The incumbent will be responsible for executing the procedures and duties required to set up new items on the website, ensuring all relevant product information, descriptions and characteristics are accurately presented to enable customers to make a fully informed purchasing decision.
We are always interested in talented and motivated individuals excited about the potential of the Internet and Cooking. We are creating a work environment that inspires, challenges and offers our employees the opportunity to participate in developing a leading Internet business.
As the leading online marketplace for the kitchen, Cooking.com operates its own site and 20+ uniquely branded websites for leading brands in the food and cooking space.
We provide a competitive compensation package that includes strong benefit options. Full-time employees are eligible for health coverage, 15 days of paid time off, 12 paid holidays, company-paid disability insurance, health club subsidiary, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending program, 401(k) plan, and other special perks:
Casual work environment
Employee referral program
Flexible work arrangements
35% employee discount on cooking.com (45% during November)
Free pastries/donuts
Monthly anniversary and birthday cake celebration
And many fun social activities throughout the year, which support and enhance our culture!
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Utilize vendor catalogs, buyers and vendor representative to acquire the necessary product information to complete item setup.
Finding informative, interesting, and compelling content from a variety of sources with an eye to providing an interactive user experience.
Achieve productivity goals while maintaining quality controls and accuracy.
Identify and communicate barriers preventing to completing item setup.
Develop and utilize strong collaborative relationships with Cooking.com colleagues and vendors to achieve business objectives and resolve business issues.
Consistently demonstrate positive and professional behavior.
Familiarity with a variety of web tools, including knowledge of basic HTML and Photoshop.
An ability to write and create compelling story packages.
Good communicator who is both independent and a team player.
Maintain acceptable attendance record.
Required Education and Experience:
High School or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
Required Skills and Experience:
2+ years working knowledge of the following applications and systems:
Microsoft Office including strong skills in Excel & Word & Office
Windows 98/NT/XP
MS Internet Explorer, Netscape and web-based utilities
2+years working knowledge of Photoshop
Strong communication skills, including exceptional writing and proof reading skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
Highly organized and detail orientated
Self-starter, reliable team player with strong initiative and the ability to thrive in high-intensity, rapidly changing environment
Results driven
Knowledge of cookware and house wares preferred, and/or experience working in retail merchandising or customer service
Must have flexible schedule, including availability on evenings, weekends and holidays
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer
Required Qualifications:
The specific core competencies for the successful candidate include the following:
Individual Commitment. A strong sense of commitment, with an open and straightforward personality
Teamwork. A Ability to gain the trust and respect of people at all levels; a thoughtful and articulate communication style
Service Excellence. Strong analytical skills and planning capabilities. Very comfortable in a data driven environment. Excellence internally and externally managing expectations and delivering.
Growth & Continuous Learning. An ability to challenge conventional wisdom without ruining relationships. Plus, an intellectual curiosity to keep learning.
Resourceful & Innovative. Does not need a large staff or large budget. Knows how to
overcome obstacles.
Local candidate only – no relocation.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
This is a part-time position (20-24 hours /week) on-site in Marina Del Rey.
Please NO Recruitment Agencies or phone calls.
TO APPLY, EMAIL RESUME TO: jobs@cooking.com
with PRODUCT CONTENT ADMINISTRATOR in the subject line
Cooking.com is transforming online shopping in the food and cooking space by going to customers and building innovative entertaining shopping experiences with trusted brands. Cooking.com currently operates several uniquely branded websites including: Food Network Store, Rachael Ray Store, Paula Deen Store, Calphalon Store, Betty Crocker Store, Pillsbury Store, Marley Coffee, and Good Bite Store.
We offer our customers access to over 60,000 products for the kitchen as well as recipes, menus, collections and a growing library of member-submitted cooking content. The Company is committed to providing its customers with an exceptional experience and it is the recipient of numerous awards for customer satisfaction.
Cooking.com was founded in 1998 by a team that worked together at the Walt Disney Corporation and shared a passion for creating a great company! How did we pick Cooking? The credit goes to one of our initial investors, Idealab! They teamed us up with a cookbook publisher and we had the perfect blend of cooking and retail knowledge to launch the best cooking web site.
