Job Listing: Administrative AssistantAt Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.Location: We are seeking an Administrative Assistant for the New Orleans Convention Center.The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is located in Downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. With 1.1 million square feet of prime, contiguous exhibit space, the award-winning New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is the sixth largest convention facility in the nation.Principal Function:The Administrative Assistant is responsible for coordinating and executing administrative processes to ensure the overall efficiency of Sodexo Live!'s business operations. They will serve as an information resource, maintain office records, generate correspondence, liaise with clients, vendors, and outside entities, and perform general clerical duties such as answering phones and processing expense reports.Essential Responsibilities:Maximize Sodexo Live!'s revenue and operational excellence through execution of systems and policies related to administrative operations.Contribute to the goal of making Sodexo Live! #1 in Event Hospitality through personal commitment and leading by example.Qualifications/Skills:Required:High school diploma, some college and/or appropriate combination of education and work experience.One year of previous administrative experience.Ability to work independently and exercise effective judgment.Excellent communication skills.Exceptional ability to provide a high level of customer service.Numbers orientation with ability to compute various mathematical equations.Exceptional computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite software.Preferred:College degree in Business, Accounting or a related field.Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.Self-starter who can work independently on several tasks/projects simultaneously.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.Other Requirements:Requires lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to work in extremes of cold and heat.Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends, and holidays.Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. Your resume will remain on file for 90 days.Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
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