Receptionist
Greet visitors, answer telephone enquiries, manage bookings and carry out administrative tasks.
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Sep 2025
In my experience it is an excellent way to know how the business works and get to know a lot o lot of people.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Administration
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationCall Centre & Customer Service
The good thingsExcellent way to grow my skills, learning new things and talking to different people.
The challengesIt can be quite boring sometimes when is too calm and there is nothing to be done.
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Apr 2024
As a people person who likes to help and go the extra mile. This role is a rewarding one.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate II in Hotel Reception
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good thingsIf you are a people person who has a great phone manner. This job is for you. The variety in the role of a receptionist keeps it interesting. Helping people feel at ease and welcome is an important pa...
The challengesAt times because you are the first point of contact you can get irate people ringing or turning up and abusing you and you do not have any control over the situation.
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