Front Desk Receptionist
Location: San Jose, CA
Pay: $24–$26 per hour, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a professional, organized, and customer-focused Front Desk Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees. This position is responsible for managing front desk operations, answering and directing phone calls, greeting guests, and providing general administrative support to the office.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet visitors, clients, and vendors and direct them to the appropriate departments or employees.
- Answer and route incoming calls using a multi-line phone system.
- Notify employees of visitor arrivals and issue visitor badges.
- Maintain visitor logs, employee directories, and front desk procedures.
- Provide administrative support, including filing, data entry, document preparation, and spreadsheet updates.
- Assist with office supply ordering, inventory, and general office organization.
- Coordinate meeting arrangements, lunches, and other office logistics.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
- Support multiple managers and departments with administrative projects as needed.
- Follow office security procedures and help maintain a safe working environment.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 3–5 years of experience in reception, front desk, or office administration.
- Experience operating a multi-line phone system preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and work effectively under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ideal Candidate
- Professional, friendly, and customer-service oriented.
- Dependable with a strong sense of accountability.
- Organized with excellent follow-through.
- Quick learner who adapts well to changing priorities.
- Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Maintains a positive and professional attitude when interacting with employees, customers, and vendors.
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