Office Operation Manager (Bilingual Korean)

Cesna Recruitment•New York, NY

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About The Position

The Office Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day office operations, executive support, cafeteria management, vendor oversight, and company-wide event planning. This role plays a critical leadership function within the General Affairs department, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and a professional, brand-aligned workplace environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Interior Design, or related field
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in general affairs, office operations, hospitality, hotel, or event management
Strong attention to detail and refined aesthetic sense for workplace presentation
Excellent communication, delegation, and time management skills .
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Bilingual Korean/English preferred
Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with clean driving record (ability to drive approximately 50- mile radius as needed)

Nice To Haves

Experience in hotel/banquet management or service- oriented industries is a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Sr. Director of General Affairs with communication, reporting, and initiative follow-through
Optimize departmental workflow and implement process improvements
Lead administrative functions including CEO-directed errands and executive support
Supervise and mentor a small operations team (3?4 members), including KPI tracking and performance management
Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenses,and develop cost-saving initiatives
Track and report budget spending status periodically to Sr. Director
Manage office supplies, asset control, purchasing, and inventory
Maintain vendor relationships, review contracts, and oversee service invoices
Coordinate business travel arrangements for employees and executives
Oversee cafeteria operations including meal planning, menu updates, vendor coordination, food inventory, and health/safety compliance
Plan and execute internal and external corporate events
Organize employee engagement programs and seasonal events (holiday parties, themed celebrations, wellness programs)
Manage executive meetings and company-wide gatherings
Coordinate venue booking, decor, catering, and logistics within budget
Oversee VIP hospitality for corporate guests, executives, and CEO-directed events (including personal/family-related events as needed)