Receptionist - Part-time

COGIR Real Estate; Milton; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Receptionist to join our on-site team in Milton, Canada. You will handle incoming calls, greet visitors, manage mail, and support administrative tasks to ensure a smooth front-desk operation.

The role emphasizes professional telephone manners, multitasking, and strong organizational skills in a busy environment. Prior reception experience is a plus, and proficiency with Microsoft Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Previous reception experience is an asset.
• Professional and polished telephone manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized and detail focused.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email).

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 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written comm

Telephone etiquette

Multitasking

Organization

Detail oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

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.

Wage per hour

$18.70

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.