Receptionist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to support daily front desk operations for a contract position based in San Francisco, California for 1 day. This role serves as a key point of contact for visitors, callers, and internal staff, helping maintain an organized and welcoming office environment. The ideal candidate is attentive, courteous, and comfortable handling administrative tasks while managing multiple priorities throughout the day.

Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors, employees, and vendors in a friendly and courteous manner while ensuring an efficient front desk experience.

• Manage a multi-line phone system by answering incoming calls promptly, directing inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and taking accurate messages when needed.

• Coordinate calendars and arrange appointments to support smooth scheduling for team members and office activities.

• Prepare, update, and maintain records through accurate data entry and organized file management, both digital and physical.

• Handle routine email communication with professionalism, providing timely responses and forwarding messages to the correct departments.

• Support general administrative activities by creating and editing documents using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

• Maintain a tidy and well-organized reception area that reflects a positive image of the company.

• Assist with customer service inquiries and provide helpful information to callers and visitors while escalating complex issues appropriately.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, administrative support, or customer service role.
• Ability to operate a multi-line telephone system with accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including effective email correspondence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Comfortable performing detailed data entry and maintaining organized filing systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact courteously with a wide range of people.
• Ability to manage appointments, balance multiple tasks, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$21.85-$25.30 Hourly

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