Receptionist

Great Foods; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading international food company is looking for a Part-Time Receptionist & Office Coordinator in Reading, England. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, managing front desk duties, coordinating office supplies, and overseeing product samples. This is a part-time role, requiring 3 days per week in a professional office environment. A competitive hourly rate will be offered, along with the opportunity to work with a well-established team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Professional office environment

Stability with a part-time role

Qualifications

• Experience as a receptionist or in office administration is preferred.
• Ability to follow processes and maintain organisation.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage reception duties.
• Coordinate outgoing samples and manage incoming deliveries.
• Maintain office supplies and support administrative tasks.
• Manage samples storage and ensure clean workspace.

Skills

Strong organisational and multitasking skills

High attention to detail

Professional communication skills

Basic computer skills (email, calendars, spreadsheets)

Job description

Job Title

Part‑Time Receptionist & Office Coordinator

Location

Reading, England (Office‑Based)

Company

Great Foods UK

Working Pattern

Part‑Time – 3 days per week (office‑based)

Overview

Great Foods UK is seeking a highly organized and reliable Part‑Time Receptionist & Office Coordinator to support our Reading office. This role is ideal for someone who is detail‑oriented, professional, and enjoys keeping an office structured and running smoothly.

You will be the first point of contact for visitors and deliveries, while also playing a key role in organising product samples and supporting day‑to‑day administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities – Reception & Front Desk

• Greet visitors, clients, and suppliers in a professional and welcoming manner
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and emails
• Manage meeting room bookings and assist with meeting setup when required
• Maintain a tidy, professional reception and office environment

Office Organization & Administration

• Receive and log incoming mail, courier deliveries, and shipments
• Coordinate outgoing courier and sample shipments
• Keep office supplies organised and reorder when needed
• Support basic administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and document handling

Samples Management (Core Responsibility)

• Receive, label, and log all incoming food product samples
• Organise samples clearly by product, customer, and date
• Prepare and dispatch samples for customers, sales teams, and partners
• Maintain accurate sample records and ensure traceability
• Keep the samples storage area clean, structured, and well maintained

Skills & Requirements

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• High attention to detail and ability to follow processes
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently in an office setting
• Basic computer skills (email, calendars, spreadsheets)
• Previous receptionist or office administration experience preferred

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, punctual, and well presented
• Calm, methodical, and proactive
• Takes pride in organisation and accuracy
• Comfortable handling responsibility in a small office environment

What We Offer

• Part‑time, stable role (3 days per week)
• Professional office environment in Reading
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Opportunity to work with an international food company