Receptionist - Full-time

Cogir Senior Living; Oakville; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kensington Oakville in Oakville, ON is seeking a Receptionist to answer and direct calls, greet visitors and manage mail and couriers. The role includes scheduling meeting rooms, maintaining contact lists and supporting the front desk with general administrative tasks.

Applicants should have strong communication skills, be well-organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Prior reception experience is an asset; familiarity with MS Office is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls and respond to inquiries in a positive, professional manner.
• Redirect calls as appropriate and take clear messages when required.
• Greet, assist and direct all visitors.
• Sort internal mail and manage mail/delivery processes.
• Prepare packages and arrange courier pickup.
• Schedule meetings and manage room bookings.
• Update phone and distribution lists; maintain reception area.
• Assist with small admin projects as needed; support ethics and integrity values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reception experience

Telephone etiquette

Multitasking

Organized/detail-oriented

MS Office

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

E-Mail

Job description

## Receptionist - Full-timeApply: The Kensington Oakville - 25 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, ON L6K 1C6: Full time: Posted Today: R17938***Wage per hour***$20.04Cogir 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.*