Receptionist

Confidential employer | Manhattan, New York, NY Full-time On-site $ 18 - 25 per hour
The receptionist serves as the first point of contact for visitors, callers, and staff in a busy Manhattan office environment. This role focuses on creating a professional front desk experience while supporting day-to-day administrative flow. Typical duties include greeting guests, answering and routing phone calls, managing incoming mail and deliveries, scheduling basic appointments, maintaining visitor logs, and keeping the reception area organized and presentable. The position may also assist with general clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, copying, and directing inquiries to the appropriate department. Baseline qualifications usually include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong customer service skills, clear communication, comfort using standard office software, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting. Attention to detail and a courteous demeanor are important. The work is primarily indoors and may involve sitting, standing, and occasional lifting of light office materials. Schedule is full time and may include standard weekday hours, with occasional variation based on office needs.
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