Receptionist- Casual

COGIR Real Estate; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Receptionist to manage on-site front-desk duties and provide friendly, professional support to staff, residents, and visitors. You will answer calls, greet guests, handle mail, and assist with small projects in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and comfortable using Microsoft Office. Prior reception experience is an asset, and a positive, service-oriented attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in reception is an asset
• Professional telephone manner
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls professionally and direct inquiries
• Greet and assist visitors, and direct to appropriate contacts
• Redirect calls and take accurate messages
• Sort and handle internal mail; manage mail machine
• Prepare packages and arrange courier pickups
• Schedule meeting rooms and maintain calendars
• Update phone and distribution lists; keep reception area clean and stocked
• Assist with small administrative projects as needed
• Uphold company values and ethics in daily operations

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Telephone etiquette

Multitasking under pressure

Highly organized

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Email applications

Job description

Description

Wage per hour

$18.70

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus - Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Reporting to on site Management, the Receptionist will respond to all incoming calls, greet and direct all visitors, answering inquiries in a positive and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• To answer all incoming calls, and respond to caller's inquiries in a positive, professional manner;
• To redirect calls as appropriate and take clear, concise messages when required;
• To greet, assist and direct all visitors;
• To pick up and sort internal mail;
• To stamp, deliver and maintain mail machine for external mail;
• To prepare packages and arrange courier pick up;
• To arrange meeting room schedule and bookings;
• To update phone and distribution lists;
• To maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and well organized reception area;
• To assist with small projects as required by other administrative support (i.e. labels, bulk mailing, etc.);
• To complete other duties as assigned;
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Previous experience in reception is considered an asset;
• Must exhibit professional and polished telephone manner;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, work under pressure, and meet deadlines;
• Highly organized and detail focused;
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-Mail)

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.