Personal Assistant

Vertex HR Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An exclusive and high-end restaurant in Johannesburg is looking for a Junior Personal Assistant to support Senior Management. This role offers a unique chance to work closely with top-level leadership in a vibrant hospitality environment. You'll manage calendars, coordinate logistics, and assist in event planning while handling sensitive information with discretion. If you're organized, reliable, and eager to grow in the hospitality sector, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required for daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars and coordinate logistics for Senior Management.
• Assist in planning and executing events and operational meetings.

Skills

Written Communication Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Multitasking

Professional Demeanor

Education

Experience in Hospitality or Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Junior Personal Assistant (Hospitality Sector)

Job Type : Full-Time | In-Office

Industry : Hospitality / Luxury Dining

An exclusive and high-end restaurant in Johannesburg is seeking a resourceful and detail-driven Junior Personal Assistant to support Senior Management. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the center of hospitality operations, working closely with top-level leadership in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities include :

• Executive Support : Manage the calendars of Senior Management, set meeting reminders, and coordinate logistics for daily operations, appointments, and engagements.
• Administrative Assistance : Draft, proofread, and manage communications, reports, agendas, and internal memos on behalf of Senior Management.
• Event Coordination : Assist in the planning and execution of private events, VIP experiences, and operational meetings, including hands-on support during events.
• Operational Support : Handle day-to-day administrative duties such as inventory tracking, supply orders, staff schedule updates, and acting as a communication liaison between departments and Senior Management.
• Project & Reporting Support : Assist in implementing special projects, compiling reports, tracking operational goals, and supporting ongoing business improvements.
• Confidentiality : Handle sensitive business and personnel information with absolute discretion and professionalism.

Requirements :

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and time management capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Polished, professional demeanor with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset
• Prior experience in hospitality, administration, or executive support is highly advantageous
• Must be available to work on-site, and weekends if required
• Work alongside senior leadership in a luxury hospitality setting
• Be involved in high-level decision-making support and premium events
• Develop in-demand skills in operations, communication, and executive assistance
• Career growth opportunities within the hospitality and events industry

If you're highly organized, reliable, and ready to step into a key supporting role in a dynamic environment — we want to hear from you.