What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist / Administrative Assistant position at Island Snacks?
Location: Buena Park, CA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Hourly, DOE (Depending on Experience)
Join the Island Snacks Team!
Island Snacks is a growing, family-owned snack food manufacturer dedicated to delivering quality products and exceptional customer service. We proudly manufacture premium nuts, trail mixes, seeds, candies, and specialty snack products for retailers and distributors nationwide. As a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and BRC Certified facility, we are looking for a friendly, organized, and dependable Front Desk Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our company.
If you enjoy helping people, staying organized, and keeping an office running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Summary
The Front Desk Receptionist is responsible for creating a positive first impression for visitors, customers, vendors, and employees while providing administrative and clerical support across multiple departments. This position requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist visitors, customers, vendors, and delivery drivers in a professional and friendly manner.
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls using a multi-line phone system.
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
- Perform data entry, filing, scanning, copying, and document management.
- Assist with preparing reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Order and maintain office supplies and breakroom inventory.
- Schedule meetings and assist with conference room preparation.
- Support Sales, Customer Service, Accounting, Shipping, and Management with administrative tasks.
- Assist with customer inquiries and route requests to the appropriate department.
- Maintain employee and visitor sign-in procedures.
- Help organize company events, meetings, and employee communications.
- Perform general clerical duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous receptionist, front office, administrative assistant, or customer service experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus.
What We're Looking For
- Friendly and welcoming personality
- Reliable and dependable work ethic
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Team player with a willingness to help wherever needed
- Ability to remain calm and professional during busy periods
- Excellent customer service mindset
Why Join Island Snacks?
- Stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement
- Friendly, team-oriented work environment
- Full-time weekday schedule
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Opportunity to be part of a company that values quality, teamwork, and customer service
If you're organized, personable, and enjoy being the hub of a busy office, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of the Island Snacks family!
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19