Receptionist

Receptionist at Restaurant Associates

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Restaurant Associates is currently seeking a full-time Receptionist to join their team. This position is located at UBS - 299 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10171. Online applications are accepted exclusively.

The schedule for this full-time role is Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary. More specific details will be provided during the interview process. Candidates are required to have prior receptionist experience and demonstrate proficiency in 'white glove service', signifying an exceptional level of professional interaction and client care. This role offers enticing perks, including free lunch daily and the opportunity to work in an upscale environment, with a pay range of $20.00 to $22.00 per hour.

About Restaurant Associates

Become an integral part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporations across the nation. Restaurant Associates was proudly voted one of Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, embodying the spirit of 'This is R/A!'

Job Summary

The Receptionist performs a diverse range of clerical duties, including but not limited to answering telephones, basic bookkeeping, typing, word processing, operating office machines, and managing files.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Trains other staff members in work activities, such as using computer applications.
• Answers telephones, directs calls, takes messages, and runs errands.
• Prepares meeting agendas, attends meetings, and records/transcribes minutes.
• Makes travel arrangements for staff.
• Completes work schedules, manages calendars, and arranges appointments.
• Opens and routes incoming mail, answers correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail.
• Compiles, copies, sorts, and files records of office activities, business transactions, and other documents.
• Completes and mails bills, contracts, policies, invoices, and checks.
• Operates various office machines, including photocopiers, scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.
• Types, formats, proofreads, and edits correspondence, reports, and other documents.
• Reviews files, records, and other documents to gather information needed to respond to requests.
• Computes, records, and proofreads data and other information.
• Processes and prepares documents, such as business or government forms and expense reports.
• Maintains and updates filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems.
• Communicates effectively with customers, employees, and others to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints.
• Collects, counts, and disburses money; performs basic bookkeeping; and completes banking transactions.
• Troubleshoots problems involving office equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure efficient office operations.

Benefits

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits. Both full-time and part-time positions provide:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program)

In addition, full-time positions also offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Safety Guidelines

Restaurant Associates maintains strict safety protocols, including:

• The use of medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins, or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves, or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers, or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques at all times.

Key Skills/Competency

• Receptionist
• Administrative Support
• Clerical Duties
• Customer Service
• Office Management
• Communication Skills
• Data Entry
• Microsoft Office Suite
• White Glove Service
• Scheduling & Coordination