Front Desk Receptionist (Temporary)

Ultimate Staffing; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Sacramento, CA seeks a friendly Front Desk Receptionist for a temporary assignment. You will greet visitors, answer calls, and provide administrative support to keep the office running smoothly.

Ideal candidates are organized with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time temporary role paying $20 per hour for the duration of the assignment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a front desk, receptionist, or customer service role preferred.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors and employees.
• Answer, screen, and direct a high volume of incoming calls.
• Greet guests and provide a welcoming experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized front desk and reception area.
• Manage mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Schedule appointments and conference room reservations.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and administrative tasks.
• Order and monitor office supplies.
• Provide administrative support to various departments as needed.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Customer service

Organization

MS Office proficiency

Multitasking

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Front Desk Receptionist (Temporary)
Sacramento, CA
$20.00 per hour | Temporary Assignment

We are seeking a professional and customer-focused Front Desk Receptionist to support a busy office in Sacramento. This role is responsible for managing front desk operations, greeting visitors, handling a high volume of incoming calls, and providing administrative support to ensure the office runs smoothly. The ideal candidate enjoys interacting with people, stays organized in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, professional workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, vendors, and employees.
• Answer, screen, and direct a high volume of incoming phone calls in a professional and courteous manner.
• Greet guests and provide a positive, welcoming experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk, reception area, and common spaces.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference room reservations.
• Assist with data entry, filing, scanning, and other administrative projects.
• Order and monitor office and reception area supplies.
• Provide administrative support to various departments as needed.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a front desk, receptionist, administrative support, or customer service role preferred.
• Strong phone presence with the ability to confidently manage high call volumes while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt to changing needs throughout the day.
• Takes initiative and maintains a neat, organized, and welcoming office environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented with a positive attitude.

• Temporary assignment
• Full-time schedule
• Sacramento, CA
• $20.00 per hour

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the center of daily office activity, providing outstanding customer service, and ensuring visitors and callers receive a professional first impression. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.