Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Somni | West Hollywood, CA

Position: Hourly | On-site

Somni, a three-Michelin-star restaurant in West Hollywood, is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Culinary Administrative Assistant to work closely with Chef-Owner Aitor Zabala.

This position combines culinary knowledge with administrative and organizational support. We are looking for someone who understands professional kitchen operations, is comfortable working with recipes and culinary documentation, and can assist with a variety of day-to-day tasks and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, format, organize, and maintain recipes and culinary documentation.
• Assist with emails, paperwork, scheduling, and general administrative tasks.
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and maintenance services.
• Organize files, orders, invoices, and project-related documentation.
• Assist with preparing and organizing documents for external partners and professional advisors.
• Follow up on pending tasks, deliveries, and ongoing projects.
• Provide occasional hands-on kitchen support when needed.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience or culinary education preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using computers, spreadsheets, and digital tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and work independently.
• Reliable, adaptable, discreet, and solution-oriented.
• Interest in fine dining and culinary creativity.

About the Position

This is primarily an administrative and organizational support role with a culinary component, rather than a traditional cooking position.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys both the culinary world and the organizational work behind it, takes initiative, and can efficiently manage tasks from start to finish.

Location: West Hollywood, CA

Compensation: Hourly, based on experience.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction outlining your culinary background and organizational experience.