What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist position at The Art of Life?
As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our company. Our Receptionist’s duties include offering administrative support across the organization. You will welcome guests and greet people who visit the business. You will also coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. You will also be available to help the different departments as needed.
To be successful as a Receptionist, you should have a pleasant personality, as this is also a customer service role. You should also be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. This role may require working in shifts, so flexibility is a plus.
Ultimately, a Receptionist’s duties and responsibilities are to ensure the front desk welcomes guests positively, and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.
- Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office
- Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
- Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
- Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
- Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
- Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
- Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
- Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
- Update calendars.
- Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing.
- Provide support to the operations manager
You must be able to lift 20-30lbs, reach, bend and walk back and forth in the office.
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15