Receptionist

California People Search, Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Potential for full-time role

Supportive team

Job summary

A leading venture capital firm in Palo Alto is seeking a polished Front Desk / Office Receptionist. This temporary role merges administrative support with front desk duties in a dynamic environment. Prospective candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude. There is potential for this to become a full-time position based on performance.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a front desk or receptionist role.
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for guests.
• Manage the front desk area and ensure a professional environment.
• Provide day-to-day office operations support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized

Tech-savvy

Adaptable

Team-oriented attitude

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Front Desk / Office Receptionist (Temp-to-Hire Opportunity)

Compensation: $70,000–$80,000 base salary (potential flexibility for the right candidate)

We are partnering with a leading early-stage venture capital firm to find a polished, proactive Front Desk / Office Receptionist to support their small, dynamic team onsite in Menlo Park.

This is an exciting opportunity for a bright, hungry, go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced office setting and enjoys being the welcoming face of an organization. This role will start as a temporary assignment with the intention to convert to full-time hire if the match is strong.

This new hire will be the primary onsite presence at the front desk, ensuring the office runs smoothly day-to-day and providing much-needed coverage as the team prepares for an upcoming maternity leave and ongoing growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for guests, vendors, and deliveries
• Manage the front desk area and ensure a professional, welcoming environment
• Provide day-to-day office operations support (ordering supplies, mail, shipping, etc.)
• Assist with coordinating onsite meetings, events, and catering logistics
• Support the administrative team with ad hoc projects and overflow tasks
• Maintain a tidy, organized, and well-functioning office space

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a front desk, receptionist, office coordinator, or admin role
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, reliable, and adaptable — willing to roll up your sleeves
• Tech-savvy with basic proficiency in Google Workspace / MS Office
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and strong cultural alignment
• Self-starter with a “no task too small” mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a tight-knit, high-performing team in a collaborative environment
• Build relationships with an accomplished, supportive admin group
• Potential to convert to a long-term, full-time role
• Be part of an energetic workplace culture that values initiative and positivity

How to Apply

If you are a polished, dependable professional who loves creating a welcoming office environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please only apply through the LinkedIn job posting, no direct inquiries please.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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