Receptionist

Manhattan Beer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Beer Distributors is seeking a friendly receptionist to be the first point of contact at our New York office. You will greet guests, direct visitors, answer calls, and maintain a tidy front desk with necessary supplies.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of reception or front office experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, comfort with office equipment, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a receptionist, front office representative, or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (fax machines, printers).
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Customer service mindset and friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests as they arrive at the office.
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office.
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls.
• Keep the reception area tidy with necessary stationery and materials.
• Provide basic information in-person and by phone/email.
• Receive, sort and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Handle inquiries from the public and customers.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support.
• Order front office supplies and manage stock inventory.
• Update calendars and schedule meetings.
• Maintain meeting rooms and coordinate with maintenance for cleanups and setups.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Office Equipment

Customer Service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Job description

Open — Manhattan Beer has a posting for this job. Posted 15 Oct 2026.

About this job

What's Our Vision and Purpose?

At Manhattan Beer Distributors, our vision is to be the leading beer distributor in the market.

Imagine building a business from the ground up, with nothing more than 1 truck, 4000 feet of warehouse space, 2 Beer Brands and a lot of determination! Simon Bergson, founder and owner of Manhattan Beer Distributors, has done exactly this, growing our business over the last 40 years to exponential heights. Manhattan Beer Distributors now has 1.5 million feet of warehouse space, the distribution rights to 300 brands, 400 trucks and services 15 counties. Our aim is to provide great service to all of our customers from the convenience store owner to our big chain operators, restaurants, bars and hotels.

Hard work, grit and a "can do" spirit are our hallmarks.

We couldn't do what we do without our team. Not only do we want to develop our brands and our business, we want to develop our people, making Manhattan Beer Distributors a great place to work. It doesn't matter how large we get, we'll always be family. For this reason, we are committed to your success, coaching and development.

Our business is growing and we need smart and talented people like you to help us get where we want to be!

Opportunity Awaits!

Your Main Focus Will Be:

• Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office.
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office.
• Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls.
• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures).
• Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email.
• Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries.
• Deal with queries from the public and customers.
• General administrative and clerical support.
• Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock.
• Update calendars and schedule meetings.
• Maintain Meeting Rooms, keeping inventory of coffee and supplies, reserving conference rooms communicate with Maintenance Staff for special cleanups and setting up and breaking down meetings.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers).
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Customer service attitude

It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.