Office Manager at Faros (Redwood City, CA)Office Manager

Office Administrator - Part-Time Location: Redwood City, CA Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday — 4 hours per day Employment Type: Part-Time Hours: 12 hours per week 8am-12pm

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and personable Part-Time Office Administrator to help keep our office running smoothly and create a welcoming, productive environment for our team.This is a hands-on role that is ideal for someone who enjoys being the person who makes sure everything gets done. You will handle the day-to-day office operations, coordinate vendors and supplies, support team events, and provide administrative support across the organization. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, resourceful, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Monitor and order office, kitchen, and general supplies.
• Stock drink refrigerator, unload dishwasher, and make coffee
• Coordinate office services, repairs, and maintenance as needed with building management, vendors, maintenance, cleaning, and other service providers.
• Handle incoming deliveries, and office correspondence.
• Maintain office organization, conference rooms, common areas, and supplies, ensuring the workplace is organized, stocked, and running smoothly..
• Support company meetings, lunches, team events, and occasional employee activities.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve office processes and employee experience.
• Handle special projects and other operational tasks as needed.

• 2+ years of experience in office management, workplace operations, administrative support, or a similar role.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, professional, and comfortable interacting with employees, executives, and vendors.
• Self-directed and able to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Comfortable working in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and common workplace tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You

• Enjoy creating an organized and welcoming workplace.
• Are naturally proactive and notice what needs to be done before being asked.
• Like variety and are comfortable wearing multiple hats.
• Take ownership and follow through on tasks from start to finish.
• Are friendly, approachable, and enjoy supporting a team.
• Can balance routine responsibilities with unexpected requests.

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to play an important role in a growing startup while working a flexible, part-time schedule. You will have visibility across the organization and the opportunity to directly influence the day-to-day employee experience and workplace environment.

Hourly Rate: 35-45 dollars per hour Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other relevant factors.