Restaurant Office Assistant

Position Summary

Der Dutchman Sarasota, is seeking a dependable, organized, and customer-service-oriented Office Assistant to support the daily operations of our restaurant office. This position assists the Banquet Coordinator, Catering Coordinator, and Bookkeeper with administrative tasks, scheduling, communication, and event support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and able to multitask in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Schedule

1. Monday through Friday
2. Some Saturdays and holidays may be required based on business and event needs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist Banquet Coordinator with event preparation, banquet paperwork, guest communication, and scheduling
2. Support Catering Coordinator with catering orders, confirmations, invoices, and client follow-up
3. Assist Bookkeeper with filing, data entry, invoices, accounts payable/receivable, and recordkeeping
4. Answer phones and direct calls professionally
5. Greet guests, vendors, and clients in a friendly and professional manner
6. Maintain organized office files and records
7. Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence as needed
8. Coordinate and communicate information between departments
9. Help maintain calendars, appointments, and event schedules
10. Perform general clerical duties including copying, scanning, emailing, and mailing documents
11. Assist with holiday and special event preparation
12. Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent required
2. Previous office, hospitality, restaurant, or administrative experience preferred
3. Strong organizational and multitasking skills
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
5. Basic bookkeeping knowledge helpful
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
8. Professional appearance and positive attitude
9. Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
2. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
3. Ability to work in a busy restaurant and office environment

Benefits

1. Competitive pay
2. Flexible and supportive team environment
3. Opportunities for growth within the company
4. Employee meal discounts and other company benefits, if applicable

We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys supporting both office operations and guest experiences in a hospitality setting.