Front Desk Receptionist

LHH; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is hiring a Front Desk Receptionist in Lake Forest, CA. This full-time, onsite role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and employees, handling front desk operations, calls, scheduling, and administrative support in a fast-paced office.

The ideal candidate is personable, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a professional demeanor. Experience in office administration and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in office administration, reception, customer service, or administrative support.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and polished demeanor with excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage day-to-day front desk operations
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls
• Coordinate office supplies, vendors, and administrative activities
• Support scheduling and general office organization
• Assist with onboarding-related administrative tasks and paperwork
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and organized office environment
• Provide administrative support to various departments as needed
• Complete additional projects and duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Front Desk Receptionist

Location: Lake Forest, CA

Schedule: Full-Time, Fully Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00/hour, based on experience

Our client is seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organized Front Desk Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and business partners. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a people-facing role and thrives in a fast-paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage day-to-day front desk operations
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls
• Coordinate office supplies, vendors, and administrative activities
• Support scheduling and general office organization
• Assist with onboarding-related administrative tasks and paperwork
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and organized office environment
• Provide administrative support to various departments as needed
• Complete additional projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in office administration, reception, customer service, or administrative support
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional and polished demeanor with excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
• Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive and professional attitude

Ideal Candidate

• Friendly, upbeat, and professional
• Enjoys interacting with people and creating a positive first impression
• Comfortable balancing customer-facing and administrative responsibilities
• Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced office environment
• Interested in long-term career growth and development opportunities

Pay Details: $23.00 to $26.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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