A Receptionist greets and directs customers or visitors that come in to an office or business, and answers and directs incoming phone calls. Deals with mail or courier services. May schedule appointments or meeting rooms, gather patient information, or assist with filing or other administrative support work.
$26/hr About the Opportunity Our client, a growing and dynamic organization in Newport Beach, is seeking a polished, proactive, and service-oriented Temporary Receptionist to join their team immediately. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming office environment, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and is eager to provide both front desk and office operations support. Responsibilities Serve as the first point of contact by greeting visitors and guests with professionalism and warmth Answer and direct incoming phone calls and manage the front desk reception area Coordinate visitor check-in and maintain a welcoming office environment Manage conference room scheduling and assist with meeting preparation Restock kitchen, pantry, and office supplies throughout the day Receive, organize, and distribute mail and deliveries Assist with ordering and organizing office supplies and inventory Support general office operations and administrative tasks as needed Help maintain the overall appearance and organization of common office spaces Lift and transport office supplies, pantry items, and occasional boxes as needed Qualifications Previous receptionist, front desk, hospitality, or administrative experience preferred Professional, polished, and customer-service oriented Strong verbal and written communication skills Highly organized with excellent attention to detail Comfortable multitasking and taking initiative in a busy office environment Proficient with Microsoft Office and general office technology Ability to comfortably lift and move office supplies and boxes when necessary Reliable, adaptable, and eager to jump in wherever needed Ideal Candidate We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-first mentality. The ideal candidate enjoys keeping an office running smoothly, takes pride in creating an exceptional first impression, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves to support day-to-day office operations. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. California applicants, please view our Privacy Notice here: https://careergroupcompanies.com/california-privacy-notice/. Career Group is a premier, Women-Owned recruiting agency and a widely recognized name in corporate and administrative staffing. We connect our candidates with job opportunities at leading companies nationwide. When you work with a Career Group recruiter, you gain a strategic career advisor for life. Submit your resume to get started today. You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your profile and that you start collecting your references early.
