We are looking for an experienced and dependable Receptionist to support daily office operations in California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, keeping shared spaces organized, and coordinating a wide range of administrative activities in a detail-oriented onsite environment. The person in this role will serve as a central point of contact for employees, guests, and vendors while helping the office run smoothly from day to day. Responsibilities: • Welcome employees, visitors, and service providers courteously while managing front desk activity and directing inquiries appropriately. • Operate a multi-line phone system, answer incoming calls promptly, and route messages or requests to the correct contacts. • Keep the reception area and shared office spaces neat, orderly, and ready to reflect a detail-oriented workplace environment. • Oversee visitor check-in procedures, support access coordination, and help uphold office security and workplace guidelines. • Arrange meetings, employee gatherings, and learning sessions by handling schedules, room preparation, catering, and event logistics. • Support workspace coordination by assisting with seating arrangements, hoteling reservations, parking needs, and employee space requests. • Manage office supplies, incoming and outgoing mail, packages, shipping tasks, and other administrative activities essential to daily operations. • Provide general office coordination support to ensure smooth communication and efficient workflow across the workplace.

• At least 3 years of experience in an office or front desk setting with strong attention to detail. • Demonstrated ability to manage receptionist duties in an onsite business environment. • Experience handling a multi-line phone system and responding to inbound calls with accuracy and courtesy. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks and shifting priorities effectively. • Clear verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service mindset. • Ability to work effectively with employees, visitors, vendors, and external contacts. • High attention to detail and sound judgment in a fast-paced office setting.

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Pasadena, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced and dependable Receptionist to support daily office operations in California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, keeping shared spaces organized, and coordinating a wide range of administrative activities in a detail-oriented onsite environment. The person in this role will serve as a central point of contact for employees, guests, and vendors while helping the office run smoothly from day to day. Responsibilities: • Welcome employees, visitors, and service providers courteously while managing front desk activity and directing inquiries appropriately. • Operate a multi-line phone system, answer incoming calls promptly, and route messages or requests to the correct contacts. • Keep the reception area and shared office spaces neat, orderly, and ready to reflect a detail-oriented workplace environment. • Oversee visitor check-in procedures, support access coordination, and help uphold office security and workplace guidelines. • Arrange meetings, employee gatherings, and learning sessions by handling schedules, room preparation, catering, and event logistics. • Support workspace coordination by assisting with seating arrangements, hoteling reservations, parking needs, and employee space requests. • Manage office supplies, incoming and outgoing mail, packages, shipping tasks, and other administrative activities essential to daily operations. • Provide general office coordination support to ensure smooth communication and efficient workflow across the workplace.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z