Front Office Assistant

Sodexo Ireland; Little Island; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free meals

Employee benefits package

Pension plan

Bike to work scheme

Job summary

Sodexo Ireland is seeking a part-time Front Office Assistant for Little Island, Cork. The role runs 25 hours per week, with hours varying between 7:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

The position includes a salary of €17.50 per hour and access to Sodexo's employee benefits, including free parking and meals. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, managing reception, coordinating meeting rooms, and supporting a smooth workplace experience with internal teams and external vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar client-facing or hospitality role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and common office software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist employees, clients, and visitors with warmth and professionalism.
• Deliver front-of-house operations including reception, sign-ins, and meeting room coordination.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to support a seamless workplace experience.
• Host workplace events and client activities, and escalate maintenance or facilities issues to the appropriate teams.
• Handle incoming communications and ensure messages are delivered accurately and promptly.
• Maintain a tidy, organized, and presentable office environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Administration

Collaboration

Teamwork

Education

No Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Part time25 hours per weekMonday-FridayHours variable between 7:00am - 5:00pm€17.50 per hourFree parking, free mealsOpportunities for career developmentPlus our Sodexo employee benefits packageFront Office AssistantLittle Island, Cork - Part time

What you'll do

• Greet and assist employees, clients, and visitors with warmth and professionalism.
• Deliver consistent front-of-house operations, including reception, visitor sign-ins, communal areas and meeting room coordination.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to support a seamless workplace experience.
• Host workplace events, client activities, and proactively escape maintenance or facilities issues to the appropriate teams.
• Handle incoming communications and ensure messages are delivered accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a tidy, organized, and presentable office environment.

What you'll bring

• Previous experience in a similar client facing or hospitality role is a plus, but excellent interpersonal and communication skills are the keyA positive, energetic and proactive attitude with a passion for exceeding customer expectations
• Proficient in office software (e.g., Microsoft office, excel, power-point, outlook)
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater.Belong in a company and team that values you foryou.Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.Thrive in your own way.We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing supportAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeingAccess to a 24hr virtual GP ServiceSodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailersSave for your future by becoming a member of the Pension PlanOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development toolsBike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fitSodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

• Sector: administrative and support service activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Teamwork