Receptionist

Receptionist

Contract Length: 2 weeks

Location: On-site, professional office environment

Summary

The Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact for visitors and callers, delivering professional, friendly, and efficient front desk support. This role manages the reception area, handles incoming communications and mail, and provides high-quality customer service and administrative assistance to ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Visitor greeting — Welcome guests promptly with a professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor.
• Call management — Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls to appropriate departments or staff.
• Visitor logging — Maintain accurate sign-in/sign-out records and issue visitor badges.
• Staff notifications — Notify employees of guest arrivals and coordinate timely connections.
• Front desk upkeep — Keep the reception area clean, organized, and presentable.
• Mail handling — Sort, distribute, and prepare incoming/outgoing mail and packages.
• Guest assistance — Provide basic information and directions to visitors.
• Administrative support — Perform data entry and clerical tasks to support office operations.
• System usage — Use phone and computer applications to manage calls, messages, and visitor information.
• Professional representation — Uphold a polished, professional appearance while representing the organization.

Essential Skills

• Administrative experience: Minimum 1 year in an administrative or office support role.
• Customer service: Strong interpersonal skills with a professional communication style.
• Front desk experience: Prior receptionist or front desk background.
• Technical proficiency: Comfortable with phone systems, computer applications, and Microsoft Office.
• Data entry: Ability to perform accurate data entry and basic clerical tasks.
• Professional presence: Consistent, polished demeanor.
• Multitasking: Ability to stay calm and welcoming while handling multiple tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Administrative — Experience in clerical or administrative support.
• Mail/package handling — Familiarity with mail and visitor management processes.
• Communication skills — Clear, pleasant telephone manner.
• Organization — Ability to maintain a neat and orderly workspace.
• Fast-paced environment — Comfortable working in a busy office setting for a short-term assignment.

Work Environment

This position is based at the front desk of a professional office. The Receptionist interacts regularly with visitors, employees, and delivery personnel while managing incoming calls and communications. The role requires consistent use of phone systems, computers, and Microsoft Office applications. A neat, professional appearance and a welcoming, organized presence are essential throughout the workday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.