Front Desk Receptionist

Gourmet Home Products is a cutting-edge design house and a leading manufacturer of Houseware products, distinguished in the home industry as a company of quality, flexibility, and creativity since 2010. We specialize in Private Label business and carry a full line of our own stock merchandise. We work with many retailers nationwide serving all channels of distribution including Mid-Tier Department Stores, Specialty Stores, Discounters and Mass Merchants. No customer is too big or too small for Gourmet Home. Our private label programs consist of many of the top retailers in the Home industry. Our vertical operations are broad, offering a wide range of selections in almost every category. Gourmet Home designs, manufactures and delivers home products from basic core items to the latest trends.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a polished and professional Front Desk Receptionist to join the team at Gourmet Home Products. As the first point of contact for our office, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming, high-end experience for all employees, clients, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Greet all visitors with a warm, professional smile. Provide a welcoming environment from the moment they arrive until the moment they depart.
• Maintain a tidy and organized reception area. Offer water or other refreshments to guests upon arrival and assist them with any immediate needs.
• Manage the main office phone line. Screen and transfer incoming calls to the appropriate team members with accuracy and courtesy. Maintain employee and department directories.
• Assist with incoming and outgoing mail, package deliveries, and basic administrative tasks as needed to support the corporate team.
• Handle outgoing mail; sorts and distributes incoming mail
• Responsible for operating and maintaining office machines, including printers, copiers, and fax machines
• Ensures compliance with company rules and regulations in the reception area

Qualifications:

• Professional appearance and demeanor, consistent with a premium brand.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Warm, approachable personality with a genuine desire to be helpful.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment.
• Proficiency with standard office software and phone systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Manhattan, NY.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Critical illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave and Holidays)

Pay range:

• $20-$25 per hour, contingent upon experience and expertise.