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We are looking for a service-oriented Receptionist to support daily front desk operations at our location. This Contract position is ideal for someone with a strong hospitality mindset who enjoys creating a welcoming experience for guests, visitors, and employees. The role requires excellent communication, a client-focused approach in a customer-facing environment, and the ability to learn processes quickly through hands-on onsite training.

Responsibilities:

Welcome guests, employees, and vendors with a detail-oriented and friendly approach while ensuring a positive front desk experience. Manage incoming calls, route inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and provide clear information in a timely manner. Coordinate visitor check-in procedures and help maintain site access and security protocols for all arrivals. Handle routine administrative support such as filing, photocopying, document preparation, and other clerical tasks. Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and courier deliveries accurately across the office. Maintain organized reception and common areas to support an efficient workplace environment. Use Microsoft Office applications and other workplace systems to complete data entry, correspondence, and basic reporting tasks. Participate in onsite training to learn internal procedures, service expectations, and front desk operations effectively. Previous experience in hospitality or a customer-facing reception role is required. Strong verbal and written communication skills with a detail-oriented and personable demeanor. Ability to interact confidently with visitors, clients, and internal staff in a well-presented environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for everyday administrative tasks. Comfortable performing clerical duties such as typing, filing, photocopying, and handling mail. Able to manage multiple responsibilities at once while staying organized and attentive to detail. Understanding of visitor management, switchboard support, and general front desk procedures. Willingness to work onsite and learn job-specific processes through hands-on training. TalentMatch ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .