Summary
An Owner/Executive of a busy Seattle restaurant is in need of an Administrative Assistant to assist in the Executive's daily tasks and long-term projects.
This position will entail a wide variety of tasks, including, but not limited to:
Managing communications, screening resumes, proofreading, creating and editing a variety of documents and spreadsheets, scheduling, and updating calendars.
Maintaining a working knowledge of the business and ALL projects underway.
Performing customer-service related duties for the restaurant including making phone calls, emailing, and organizing staff-related projects.
Running errands (primarily for business, but sometimes personal).
Having a reliable car is a must.
Qualifications
Required: Be a GREAT communicator, including a proven level of emotional maturity and reliability.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to prioritize.
Type A personalities please!
Professional demeanor and awareness of best practices for communication.
Trustworthy Able to work alone or as part of a team.
Especially, being proactive and a self-starter.
Excellent writing skills, especially with professional communications.
EXTREMELY effective with time management, including work tasks and your own punctuality.
Working knowledge and comfortability with Mac product (iMac, MacBook, iPhone, etc), Windows Office suite, and LOTS of apps.
Must have your own reliable car, insurance, and clean driving record.
Flexibility with work schedule/time is extremely important!
May include working daytime, evenings, weekends, or weekdays. Enjoy variety in your work tasks and day.
Ability to juggle many tasks and get excited at the prospect of new and diverse work.
Have a positive and outgoing demeanor, with a general joy for life.
Must be OK with receiving communications throughout the day or evening.
Note: not all evening correspondences need to be responded to immediately; many can wait until the next day.
Minimum Education: B.A.
or equivalent 4-year degree.
Preferred: B.A.
of Business, Communication, Writing, or English.
Preferred: General business experience.
Must own a smartphone and a laptop, and be willing to use and install Apps as required.
Rate of Pay: $15 per hour as a contractor.
Hours: 30-40 per week, dependent on need and your availability.