Banquets Administrative Assistant/Scheduler @ Indiana Convention Center

at  Sodexo Live

Job Listing: Administrative Assistant Banquet Department
Nothing beats the power of being at a live event. That’s why we’re proud to announce the launch of Sodexo Live!, our brand dedicated to the sports, events and hospitality industry. We concentrate all of our skills, insight, and experience into one brand that instinctively knows how to make the most of every moment. Let’s go Live! together.
Location: We are seeking an Administrative Assistant Banquet Department for the Indiana Convention Center located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Indiana Convention Center is located in the heart of the 12th largest city in the U.S., Indianapolis, Indiana. The state capital, Indianapolis ranks in the top 25 most visited cities in the country, with 18 million annual visitors. Indianapolis International Airport accommodates 150 flights each day, carrying 7.4 million yearly passengers to and from the Circle City.
Principal Function:
Administrative Coordinator is a broad job category that designates an individual who provides research, clerical, administrative and technical support to the operation. This opportunity specifically supports our Culinary Department.
The Administrative Coordinator 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, will maintain office records, generate correspondence, liaise with clients, vendors and outside entities and will perform general clerical duties such as processing invoices, assists with purchasing, and inventory management. They are responsible upholding Sodexo Live!’s standards for accuracy, efficiency and quality, as they relate to administrative functions.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maximize Sodexo Live!’s revenue and operational excellence through execution of systems and policies related to administrative operations.
• Contribute to goal of making Sodexo Live! #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example.

Qualifications/Skills:

Required:

• High school diploma, some college and/or appropriate combination of education and work experience to support on-the-job effectiveness.
• One year of previous administrative experience, to include office management principles and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, exercising appropriate skills for effective judgment, creative problem solving and taking initiative.
• Excellent communication skills, with ability to deliver and interpret information across various sources.
• Exceptional ability to provide a high level of customer service.
• Numbers orientation, with ability to accurately compute various mathematical equations.
• Exceptional computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite software.

Preferred:

• College degree in Business, Accounting or a related field of study.
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management; Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts.
• Self-starter who can work independently and on several tasks/projects simultaneously, and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.
• 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 and continuing 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!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, 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

• Maximize Sodexo Live!’s revenue and operational excellence through execution of systems and policies related to administrative operations.
• Contribute to goal of making Sodexo Live! #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1 Employer of Choice through personal commitment and leading by example