Local Restaurant Marketing Manager

WHO  WE  ARE

 

Nando’s PERi PERi USA is a growing restaurant group with deep roots in South Africa and an even deeper love for people, food, and community. We’re famous for our flamegrilled chicken, our PERiPERi sauce, and the warmth we bring to every Casa. We’re building the most loved restaurant brand in North America — one that leads with care, compassion, and kindness. When we say “I am because we are,” we mean it. 

 

OUR  VISION 

At Nando’s, we put people at the heart of everything we do. We lead with our values, act with Ubuntu, and create experiences that change lives together — every day and everywhere. Our Local Restaurant Marketing (LRM) team brings this vision to life in our neighborhoods, building relationships that strengthen our brand and fuel our growth. 

 

ROLE  SUMMARY 

The Local Restaurant Marketing Manager is the heartbeat of Nando’s in the DMV community — a connector, storyteller, and brand ambassador who brings our culture to life outside the four walls of our restaurants. This role blends strategy with hands on execution, partnering closely with Patraos, Area Directors, and the Marketing team to drive local awareness, build community partnerships, and support restaurant level growth. 

 

This Manager level role executes local marketing plans, amplifies national campaigns, and builds relationships that strengthen our presence across the DMV region. The LRM Manager trains restaurant leaders on local marketing best practices, supports events and activations, and ensures every touchpoint reflects the Nando’s feel — warm, bold, and full of heart. 

 

 

WHAT  YOU’LL  LEAD  &  DELIVER 

Restaurant  Marketing  &  Local  Activation 

• Lead, coordinate, and actively participate in all local marketing initiatives across the DMV region. 

• Localize national campaigns and bring them to life in the community with creativity and cultural relevance. 

• Support Patraos with ordering materials, collateral, and campaign execution. 

• Respond to adhoc requests from Area Directors and Patraos, including voucher distribution, POS needs, and local collateral customization. 

• Partner with Nandocas to execute sampling events that spark curiosity and drive future visits. 

 

Communication  &  Influence 

• Ensure all external messaging reflects Nando’s tone of voice, values, and brand standards. 

• Promote marketing programs internally to build excitement, clarity, and buyin across field teams. 

• Help Area Directors and Patraos evaluate and prioritize local opportunities, guiding them toward initiatives with the highest ROI and strongest brand alignment. 

• Collaborate with Training to build regional training plans that bring LRM strategies to life at the restaurant level. 

 

Community  &  Industry  Engagement 

• Represent Nando’s with pride at local festivals, community events, university activities, and industry gatherings. 

• Build and maintain