Front Desk Associate

Adecco US, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401K plan

Job summary

Adecco US, Inc. in Houston, Texas is seeking a Front Desk Associate to provide courteous reception and superior administrative support in a high-volume environment.

The role operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a pay rate of $20 to $22 per hour. The position involves greeting guests, directing calls, assisting with scheduling, maintaining visitor logs, data entry, and supporting multiple departments while upholding a professional front desk.

Qualifications

• Front desk or receptionist experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, customers, and donors professionally.
• Answer incoming phone calls and direct them to the appropriate departments.
• Provide information about programs, services, and donation processes.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries per office procedures.
• Maintain visitor logs and ensure adherence to company procedures.
• Schedule appointments and assist with meeting room coordination.

Skills

Front desk experience

Customer service

MS Office

Multitasking

Organization

Professional appearance

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Front Desk Associate

For a client in Houston, Texas, we are seeking a Front Desk Associate for a Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule at $20 to $22 per hour. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors, customers, donors, and employees, and it requires consistent professionalism, clear communication, and dependable administrative support. The position involves greeting guests, directing calls, maintaining visitor logs, assisting with scheduling, and supporting front office operations in a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will be organized, service-oriented, and comfortable handling both customer-facing and clerical responsibilities while following established procedures. This opportunity is suited for someone who can manage daily reception duties with accuracy, maintain a clean and efficient front desk area, and support multiple departments as needed.

Benefits

• Pay rate is $20 to $22 per hour for this full-time weekday assignment.
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Opportunity to support a professional front office environment with varied administrative responsibilities.
• Exposure to customer service, reception, and clerical operations in a high-volume setting.

What You Will Do?

• Greet and assist visitors, customers, and donors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Answer incoming phone calls and direct them to the appropriate departments efficiently.
• Provide information about programs, services, and donation processes as needed.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries according to office procedures.
• Maintain visitor logs and help ensure adherence to company procedures at all times.
• Schedule appointments and assist with meeting room coordination when requested.
• Perform data entry, filing, scanning, and other administrative support tasks accurately.
• Process basic transactions and handle cash or credit card payments when required.
• Keep the reception area clean, organized, and professional throughout the workday.
• Respond to customer concerns and elevate issues to management when appropriate.

Your Skills

• Previous front desk, receptionist, customer service, or administrative experience is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed for daily interactions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, is required.
• Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities in a high-volume environment is important.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary for accurate daily work.
• Professional appearance and a positive attitude are expected in this customer-facing role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential for success.
• Customer service, telephone etiquette, and administrative support skills are important.

Pay Details:

$20.00 to $22.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.