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Receptionist
Receptionist – Part-Time
Location: Based – St Albans, AL1 2RE
Hours: Permanent, Part-Time – Wednesday 8am–5pm, Thursday 8am–5pm, Friday 8am–4pm
Premier Foods is seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organised permanent Receptionist to provide part-time, reception assistance at our St Albans Head Office.
This opportunity suits someone excelling in front-of-house roles, committed to delivering a warm, efficient, and polished service. You’ll be instrumental in shaping first impressions for visitors, contractors, and colleagues alike.
What You’ll Do
Covering reception, your responsibilities will include:
- Answering and directing incoming calls via the switchboard
- Meeting and greeting visitors, offering refreshments, and notifying hosts of arrivals
- Ensuring reception remains clean, professional, and welcoming
- Coordinating incoming and outgoing post and courier services
- Booking taxis with preferred suppliers and maintaining booking logs
- Supporting Health & Safety requirements for visitors and contractors
- Raising purchase orders and processing invoices (taxis, couriers, stationery)
- Assisting the Facilities team with site information and administrative tasks
- Collaborating with colleagues to enhance operational efficiency
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What We’re Looking For
We’re searching for candidates who bring confidence, adaptability, and attention to detail to this role. Ideally, you’ll possess:
- Previous experience in a busy reception or switchboard environment
- A professional yet friendly approach, able to engage with senior stakeholders effectively
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail, particularly when using company systems
- Robust IT skills and experience with multiple computer systems
- The ability to remain calm, professional, and composed in fast-paced settings
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Up to 7.5% pension
- Life assurance
- A wide range of online and in-house training
- Access to an employee discount scheme (including nationwide retailers)
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Submit an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.
Premier Foods: Our Culture & Commitments
At Premier Foods, we value inclusion, authenticity, and individuality. Our workplace is built on the belief that equitable opportunities and respect foster an environment where everyone can thrive—regardless of identity, appearance, beliefs, or choices.
We’re proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting access and inclusion across our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, please inform us so we can provide the necessary support.
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