Receptionist Job in Kollam

Kollam, Kerala Full Time Date: 11 June 2024

Job description

Greeting and Welcoming Visitors: Welcome visitors, clients, and guests in a warm and professional manner as they arrive at the office or reception area. Direct visitors to appropriate personnel or meeting locations and provide assistance as needed. Answering and Directing Phone Calls: Answer incoming phone calls promptly and professionally, and direct calls to the appropriate person or department. Take messages accurately and relay them to the intended recipients in a timely manner. Managing Reception Area: Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area, including the reception desk, seating area, and reading materials. Ensure that informational materials such as brochures, catalogs, and company literature are readily available for visitors. Scheduling and Appointment Management: Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference room reservations for employees, clients, and visitors using scheduling software or calendars. Coordinate meeting logistics, including room setup, equipment preparation, and catering arrangements as needed. Handling Mail and Deliveries: Sort and distribute incoming mail, packages, and deliveries to appropriate recipients or departments. Prepare outgoing mail and packages for pickup or delivery, including postage and labeling. Administrative Support: Provide administrative support to office staff, including typing, photocopying, scanning, and filing documents. Assist with data entry, record-keeping, and other clerical tasks as assigned. Customer Service and Inquiry Handling: Assist visitors, clients, and employees with inquiries, requests, and information related to the organization's products, services, or operations. Address customer complaints, concerns, or issues courteously and efficiently, and escalate complex issues to appropriate personnel. Security and Access Control: Monitor access to the premises, sign in visitors, issue visitor badges, and enforce security protocols as necessary. Coordinate with security personnel or management to address security incidents or emergencies. Communication Coordination: Relay messages and communicate important announcements or updates to employees through email, phone calls, or internal communication channels. Coordinate with other departments or team members to ensure effective communication and collaboration. Multitasking and Time Management: Prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Remain calm, composed, and focused under pressure, and handle unexpected situations or emergencies with professionalism and efficiency.