Manager of Culture & Community

Manager of Culture & CommunityLocation: Tampa, FLSalary: $65,000-$70,000Start Date: January, 2026About MPZ HoldingsWe’re not your typical hospitality group. MPZ Holdings is the people-powered force behind Marco’s Pizza, Dave’s Hot Chicken, PopUp Bagels, and more. Our edge? Culture, energy, and heart. We don’t just run restaurants; we build communities, celebrate people, and turn everyday work into something unforgettable.We live by five core values that fuel everything we do:Say Yes Before the Policy – We lead with heart and find a way to make things happen.Coach the Climb – We lift as we lead, growing people along the journey.Bounce Back Better – We don’t just recover; we rise stronger.Lead Loud. Lead Real. – Authenticity and action are our leadership language.Act Like You Own It – Because pride, accountability, and ownership are contagious.About the RoleThis isn’t HR. This is human connection at full throttle.We’re looking for a high-energy, creative leader who can turn values into action and moments into memories. The Manager of Culture & Community is our morale booster, content creator, and brand ambassador. Think of the person who lights up rooms, captures stories, and keeps our teams and communities connected.This role embodies the Showtime Mindset, where performance, purpose, and fun collide to create unforgettable hospitality experiences.If you thrive on people, purpose, and creative storytelling, you’ll fit right in.What You’ll DoLead grand openings and brand activations. Coordinate ribbon cuttings, community partnerships, and high-energy launch events that leave a lasting impression.Be the heartbeat of our culture. Bring recognition programs like WOW of the Month, People Week, and The 15% Club to life across all brands and regions.Connect our teams to their communities. Build partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and local organizations that extend our impact beyond the store.Create dynamic content. Capture and edit videos, design simple graphics, and craft storytelling content for internal newsletters and social media that showcase our people and purpose.Own the media moments. Partner with PR and marketing on interviews, local news features, and community storytelling that highlight our culture and values.Represent the brand. Be a front-facing voice at events, media appearances, and team celebrations.Measure what matters. Track engagement, participation, and community impact to show real return on culture.Keep a pulse on the field. Visit stores, listen to teams, and bring insights back that shape how we celebrate, connect, and communicate.Collaborate across brands. Work closely with operations, marketing, and leadership to keep the Showtime Mindset alive in every market.Travel regularly. Support grand openings, community events, and activations across multiple states (up to 40% travel).Who You AreA natural encourager with contagious energy.A confident communicator who shines on camera and connects with any crowd.Experienced in community relations, media, hospitality, or events.Skilled in basic video editing and graphic creation (Canva, CapCut, or similar tools).Creative and resourceful, able to dream big and execute fast.Passionate about people and purpose, and eager to live our five core values every day.Why You’ll Love It HereAt MPZ Holdings, culture isn’t a perk; it’s our strategy. You’ll help shape how thousands of team members experience work, fun, and connection while driving measurable impact across multiple brands and communities.You’ll have the freedom to create, the platform to lead, and the chance to help scale a culture that’s genuinely Built Different.This isn’t a job; it’s a calling.It’s your chance to help build something extraordinary.