Receptionist
Perform a variety of administrative tasks to support a business or organisation.
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- What's it like to be a Receptionist?
- How to become a Receptionist
- Latest Receptionist jobs
- Top skills and experience for Receptionists
- Receptionist role reviews
What's it like to be a Receptionist?
While the set of tasks may vary depending on the kind of organisation, Receptionists are usually front of house so they are the first point of contact for clients. They must have an in-depth knowledge of the organisation to attend to the queries of visitors. Receptionists must also have excellent skills in verbal communication and writing to collate information.
Tasks and duties
- Maintaining an amiable environment and being hospitable to visitors.
- Answering phone calls and taking note of the messages exchanged.
- Scheduling and confirming appointments for clients and other employees.
- Preparing meeting rooms.
- Responding to emails and sorting and distributing them to the appropriate addressee.
- Copying, filing, and maintaining various documents and records.
- Assisting other employees with administrative tasks.
- Ensuring the workplace’s security by overseeing the visitor logs.
How to become a Receptionist
No formal training is required to become a Receptionist. This career is open to anyone who is willing to learn through on-the-job training.
- Some employers will require that you complete at least a secondary school certificate or the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).
- Look for employment opportunities. Receptionists are needed in almost every sector. You can work in a corporate environment, restaurants, schools, and businesses.
- You will typically receive on-the-job training, usually lasting a few days to a week. Take this time to familiarise yourself with the dynamics in the workplace, and the set of tasks you’ll be responsible for, such as telephone and computer use. This is also a great opportunity to expand your skill set since every organisation is unique and has their own specialisation.
- Develop internal and external relationships. This will be an advantage especially if you’re in the pursuit of a higher role or a career in another company. You can advance to other administrative positions, such as a secretary or an administrative assistant.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Receptionist employers on Jobstreet are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Reception
Call Taking
Neat Personal Presentation
Photocopying
Administrative Support
Phone Etiquette
Confidence
Customer Service
Respectful
Microsoft Office
Office Technology
Fax Machines
First Point of Contact
Organised
Data Entry
Housekeeping Services
Communication Skills
Hospitality Services
Answering Calls
Appointment Setting
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Latest Receptionist reviews
Jun 2023
Always be the First Person
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Business Administration
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsDear buddies,
Do not pick your work. Willing to learn new scope of work. Feel the excitement to doing the job that far from you. Must be hardworking and responsible to any task given to you.
BUT feel ...
The challengesIt is not about role. It is more about how management appreciate what we doing to help the company.
The good manager will always satisfy the employee.
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Jun 2023
Passion, respectfully and responsible
Reviewer's QualificationMalaysian Higher School Certificate
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsMeet new people and learn new things. Also, interpersonal skills is highly required and strong mental health so that you can adapt with the environment and you can handle the difficult situation.
The challengesThe challenges that we need to prepare is when your guest are complaining about something that are inconvenience to them during their stay .
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