Unprecedented in scope and depth, The Daily Meal, now a part of tronc (owners of The Chicago Tribune, the Baltimore Sun, and other top newspapers and websites), produces more culinary content than any other resource. Our passionate team canvasses the world to bring its millions of readers the best food and drink experiences at all levels, around the table, at home or on the road.
We are searching for a self-starting, fast-working editor/writer who has a passion for and knowledge of the world of wine, spirits, cocktails, beer, and coffee, tea, and other non-alcoholic beverages, as well as the places where these beverages are consumed (bars, lounges, wine bars, coffee shops, etc.) — with an interest in the people, places, and companies that make and serve them.
Responsibilities Include:
Developing a consistent voice for the Drink Channel
Editing and regularly updating The Daily Meal’s Drink Channel and its associated section pages
Posting rink-related stories and slideshows daily, either written by the editor or sourced from freelance contributors
Working with the social and audience development teams to help promote
channel content
Discovering and resolving any technical issues with the channel with the help of the dev team
Working with the photo editor to maintain a high quality of images and overall look of the channel
Programming the twice-weekly Drink Channel newsletter and developing Cocktail of the Day and Wine of the Day newsletters for future publication
QualificationsUndergraduate or graduate degree
Knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and the international cocktail scene; knowledge of wine a plus
Experience in writing and editing for online media
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate or graduate degree
- Knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and the international cocktail scene
- Knowledge of wine
- Experience in writing and editing for online media
What We Do
Daily Meal is a food and beverage digital publication that helps a global audience cook with confidence. Its content covers recipes, cooking tips and tricks, food news, restaurant reviews, rankings, interviews, food tourism, and broader developments in the culinary world. The company’s mission is to make cooking less intimidating while inspiring readers with practical ideas, travel discoveries, and information about food.
