Content Writer

Since our beginnings in 2004, WebstaurantStore has succeeded in creating and fostering an innovative, easy-to-use website to meet the purchasing needs of food service professionals internationally. Developers, programmers, content writers, technical support staff, purchasers, and warehouse employees work together to ensure we provide the best in price, service, and industry knowledge to our customers.

WebstaurantStore, a division of Clark Associates, is looking for entry-level candidates who possess strong writing and research skills to join our growing company as Content Writers. This role focuses on developing engaging written and visual content for our website and is a key part of growing our business and serving the purchasing needs of foodservice professionals worldwide.

* Write in-depth product descriptions with the perfect blend of creative and technical writing skills * Enter shipping information and relevant product data into our database * Research and compile informative product buying guides to influence purchasing decisions * Regularly correspond with external vendors and internal departments to complete projects * Edit product descriptions, buying guides, and supportive text throughout our e-commerce website * Work on special projects such as writing video scripts, developing marketing copy for e-blasts and site ads, and maintaining internal resources * Manage an ongoing task list of buying guides, special projects, and several hundred product descriptions per week * Participate in team meetings and product trainings * Communicate with the Purchasing, Site Maintenance, Photo, Video, Design, and SEO departments to complete projects on deadline * Attend conferences related to the food industry

* Have solid written and verbal communication skills * Are self-motivated to complete work assignments * Possess strong attention to detail * Are able to multi-task * Are receptive to feedback on their work * Take initiative to solve problems independently * Are willing to learn new tasks and new software * Can adopt our writing style * Have superior research skills * Are willing to suggest improvements related to site features * Are familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel