Culinary Administrative Assistant

Culinary Administrative AssistantBrentwood School inspires every student to: Think critically and creatively. Act ethically. Shape a future with meaning.Brentwood School is a vibrant and diverse K–12 independent school committed to challenging and nurturing each student to think critically, communicate effectively, act with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Dining Services plays an important role in supporting the health, well-being, and daily experience of our students, faculty, staff, and guests.Position SummaryThe Culinary Administrative Assistant provides day-to-day administrative support to the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team, keeping menu communication, scheduling, ordering, and kitchen-to-finance paperwork running smoothly across dining operations. This role is the connective tissue between the kitchen and the office — turning the Chef's plans into printed menus, organized schedules, and accurate financial records.Key ResponsibilitiesCulinary Administrative SupportAssist the Executive Chef with day-to-day administrative duties, including staff scheduling support and calendar coordinationFormat, print, and post updated menus for service points and campus communication boards/digital displaysMaintain organized, current versions of menus and culinary documentsSupport ordering processes — entering, tracking, and confirming vendor orders as directed by the ChefCommunicationServe as a communication link between the Chef and kitchen staff for daily updates, schedule changes, and operational noticesRelay information between dining services leadership and other departments as neededHelp draft and distribute internal culinary communications (memos, schedule updates, menu notices)Financial & Invoicing LiaisonProcess and organize vendor invoices for the kitchenServe as the liaison between the kitchen and the finance/business office on invoicing questions, discrepancies, and documentationMaintain accurate, organized records of purchases and invoices to support budget trackingQualificationsPrior administrative or office support experience required; experience in a kitchen, food service, or hospitality setting strongly preferredComfortable with basic office software (Word, Excel/Google Sheets, email/calendar tools); experience with ordering or invoicing platforms a plusStrong organizational skills and attention to detailClear, professional written and verbal communicationAble to work independently, manage multiple small tasks, and meet recurring deadlines (menu postings, invoice cycles)Discretion handling financial and personnel-related informationWork EnvironmentPrimarily an office/administrative role based in or near the kitchen, with regular interaction with culinary and finance staffFull-time schedule tied to the school year around events, breaks, and service needsCompensation and BenefitsComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, professional development opportunities, and tuition remission benefits.Salary range: $24 – $28 per hour, based on experience and scope of financial/invoicing responsibilities.While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommendedFor more information about our school, please visit the school's website: Online.