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direct contact +31 (0)20 6451145 direct contact: +31 (0)20 6451145 direct contact both by phone and e-mail Thermiekstraat 30 1117 BC Schiphol-East [email protected] +31 (0)20 6451145 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 34086546 VAT: NL8116114499B02 Back to all articles Job description for a receptionist The front desk is the heart of any organization, where every first impression counts and hospitality begins. Want to work as a receptionist? Find out everything you need to know! As a receptionist, you are the first person and point of contact of an organization. You provide a warm welcome for guests, visitors and employees, with hospitality and service at the core of your role. You are an organizational talent, communicate clearly and have an eye for detail. With over 30 years of experience in hospitality and reception, we love to tell you all about the job of the receptionist. What do you do in a day, what types of receptionist positions are there, how to become one and we'll give you tips to prepare for your application! You welcome guests, customers and visitors, help show them around and provide support where needed. This job is much more than just answering the phone or opening the door. You are the crucial link that makes the first impression when people enter and the last one when they leave the building. The role of the receptionist is all about service, communication and representativeness. As a receptionist, you are the one who ensures that everything runs smoothly at the front of an organization. You combine hospitality with overview, communication with action. Find a complete overview of the tasks and responsibilities of a receptionist here. - Welcoming and guiding guests - You welcome visitors with a smile, give them directions and make them feel immediately at ease. - Handle phone and email - You answer questions, connect calls and make sure no one has to wait unnecessarily for a response. - Administrative s...