Executive Administrative Assistant
Recess Hotels · Savannah, GA · 1 mo ago
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time
About the role
The Executive Administrative Assistant provides direct administrative support to the General Manager, supports the Strategic Leadership Team, and helps maintain a polished and consistent hotel operation.
Responsibilities
- Provide calendar management, scheduling, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and daily workflow organization
- Serve as a professional and welcoming point of contact for internal and external partners
- Support the Strategic Leadership Team with administrative tasks, scheduling, document preparation, communication, and coordination
- Prepare agendas, meeting materials, presentations, reports, and follow-up action items for executive and leadership meetings
- Track projects, deadlines, operational initiatives, and leadership follow-ups to support accountability and execution
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems, records, and confidential documentation
- Support culture-building efforts, associate communication, People & Culture initiatives, hotel events, and leadership touchpoints
- Assist with onboarding logistics for leaders and new team members, including scheduling, communication, and coordination with People & Culture
- Coordinate VIP arrivals, leadership gifting, special events, and executive hospitality touches as directed
- Manage inventory and ordering of office supplies, branded materials, and executive hospitality items
- Aid in the preparation and organization of operational reports, invoices, presentations, communications, and other administrative materials
- Anticipate needs, identify opportunities for improved organization and efficiency, and proactively support hotel operations
- Make sound day-to-day decisions, follow through on commitments, and seek guidance when appropriate
Qualifications
- 1 to 3+ years of administrative, executive support, hospitality, operations, guest service, or related experience
- Hospitality, hotel, luxury service, or guest-facing experience preferred
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a polished, professional, and approachable presence
- Able to interact comfortably and professionally with guests, owners, vendors, leaders, and associates at all levels
- A warm, genuine, service-minded style with the ability to build positive relationships across departments
- Able to multitask, prioritize effectively, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Canva, and general administrative technology platforms
- Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate needs before they arise
- Comfortable making decisions, learning quickly, and adjusting when priorities shift
- Collaborative and solutions-oriented, with a willingness to support hotel operations, culture, events, People & Culture, Sales, and other departments as needed