Public Relations Specialist in North Kansas City, Missouri at Chicken N Pickle

About Us

Chicken N Pickle is a unique, indoor/outdoor family entertainment complex that includes a casual, chef-driven restaurant and sports bar, pickleball courts and professional instruction, space for live entertainment, a variety of yard games and space to lounge outdoors with (or without) your dog. Each venue offers indoor and outdoor space for public and private parties and hosts an impressive schedule of events including concerts, charitable fundraisers, watch parties and more.

It is a warm and welcoming environment that brings together people of all ages. People from all over the community can engage in the joy of being human.

We think of our brand as that of a rambunctious, multi-generational family that works hard and plays hard. We’re driven to provide our employees with a supportive, meaningful work environment, by bringing all voices to the table and providing opportunities for mentorship with career growth.

Good Food. Good Friends. Great Fun. 🥒🐔🏓

The PR Specialist creates and maintains a positive public image for the organization. They write press materials, coordinate media outreach, manage public communications, and support brand reputation efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement public relations strategies and campaigns
• Write and distribute press releases, media pitches, and statements
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and media outlets
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports on PR performance
• Organize press conferences, media events, and public appearances
• Manage crisis communications and respond to media inquiries
• Collaborate with marketing and social media teams to ensure consistent messaging
• Create content for newsletters, speeches, websites, and promotional materials
• Track industry trends and competitor activities

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

• 2–5 years of experience in PR, communications, or media relations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong media relations and networking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in PR tools and media monitoring platforms
• Crisis management and strategic thinking skills
• Social media and digital communication knowledge

• Experience in corporate or agency PR
• Knowledge of branding and marketing principles
• Familiarity with analytics tools and performance measurement
• Event planning experience