Office Assistant

Company: Cohost, LLC
Location: Dallas
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

About UsCohost is a non-traditional catering company that partners with the best restaurants in Dallas to produce catering events. The restaurants cook, the clients invite the guests, Cohost does the rest - coordinates, transports food/equipment, and provides rentals and staffing. We are rapidly growing and in need for amazing cohosts to execute events and support the planning team. Become a Cohost!OverviewJoin Cohost in one of the most important roles - the first interaction our clients and vendors have with our company. We are looking for an eager, hard-working, friendly office/event assistant whose purpose is to be the face and voice of Cohost, help keep the office organized and support our event planning team.Duties and Responsibilities Answer phones and respond to emails in a polite and friendly manner Assist with data entry Assist office manager, service manager, logistics coordinator, receptionist and other employees with various tasks Learn all aspects of Cohost in order to properly handle phone and email inquiries Help run errands when needed Serve at events.Education/Experience Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Previous office experience required Restaurant or catering experience requiredService Qualifications Must adapt to Cohost vision: to establish a highly efficient event company that is a blessing to our clients, vendors, staff and community Effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the issues raised by co-workers and clients. Excellent communication skills - both verbal and in writing Must possess a positive and upbeat personality with a desire to deliver outstanding customer service to our clients and vendors Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate in English with clients, guests, vendors, teammates/management, in person, in writing and on the telephoneCharacteristic Qualifications Willingness to learn and positive attitude Highly organized/strong attention to detail Ability to convey information and ideas clearly Work well in stressful, high-pressure situations Strong work ethic and ability to function independently and intuitively in a fast-paced environment Self starter and excellent time management Flexible in job responsibilities changing Talented multitasker - able to change direction and work on multiple project aspects at once Creative mind (preferred, not required) Strong computer skills that include proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and Google applications. Mac software is preferred but not required. Must be willing to learn Mac Ability to adapt with proficiency and positivity with changing technology Must be passionate about service, food and local restaurantsWorking Conditions Will be full time 32-40 hours a week. Must also be willing to work events as needed. These events can be during the day, in the afternoons and on weekends. May require occasional lifting not to exceed 30 pounds. Must have good driving record, possess a valid driver's license and current auto insurance, and have the ability to physically drive a vehicle Willingness to use personal vehicle for deliveries and offsite eventsCompensation Compensation will be $16 Eligible for PTO after 90 days. Growth and bonus potential.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $18.00 per hourBenefits: Paid time off Referral programSupplemental pay types: TipsApplication Question(s): What is your general availability? (weekends are required for this position) What drives you to be in the service industry? During the past 10 years have you been convicted of, or have you pled guilty or no contest to, a felony offense? If yes, please explain in the space below. (Answering "yes" to this question will not automatically bar you from employment unless applicable law requires such action.)" Please provide three professional references (first name, last name, email address, phone number and company name)Education: High school or equivalent (Required)Experience: restaurant/hospitality: 2 years (Required) leading/captaining events: 1 year (Required) Administrative experience: 2 years (Required)License/Certification: Texas Driver's License (Required) TABC Certified (Preferred) Food Handler Certification (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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