Receptionist & Security Officer – Safe, Welcoming Front Desk

Sodexo Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24hr virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan

Learning & development tools

Bike to Work

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd in York is hiring a Receptionist/Security Officer for a full-time, on-site role. You will provide a professional reception service, manage access for contractors and visitors, and support site security procedures.

The position requires a current SIA Frontline Guarding Licence and strong IT, communication and customer-service skills. Join a team that values safety, professionalism and teamwork, with opportunities to support emergency procedures and liaise with management.

Qualifications

• SIA Frontline Guarding Licence – essential.
• Good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, approachable and customer-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional, friendly and welcoming reception service to contractors, visitors and colleagues.
• Manage contractor and visitor access, ensuring all site security procedures are followed.
• Assist contractors and visitors with queries, providing clear information and guidance.
• Ensure contractors comply with relevant site policies, security requirements and procedures.
• Respond promptly and professionally to reception requests and security concerns.
• Maintain accurate contractor access records, incident reports, site occurrence logs and relevant Health & Safety documentation.

Skills

SIA Licence

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sodexo Ltd in York is hiring a Receptionist/Security Officer for a full-time, on-site role. You will provide a professional reception service, manage access for contractors and visitors, and support site security procedures.

The position requires a current SIA Frontline Guarding Licence and strong IT, communication and customer-service skills. Join a team that values safety, professionalism and teamwork, with opportunities to support emergency procedures and liaise with management.