Receptionist / Front Desk

*** MUST apply online to be considered!! ***

https://veritablevegetable.com/application-for-employment-form/

This position serves as the public face of Veritable Vegetable and first point of contact for customers, vendors, and applicants.  Screen/direct walk-ins and multi-line telephone calls and provide administrative support to all departments to ensure the smooth functioning of our operation.

Responsibilities:

·         Manage company switchboard; determine caller needs and accurately route to appropriate staff/department

·         Greet visitors, determine nature of business and announce visitors to the appropriate staff; screen unsolicited salespeople, job applicants and other walk-ins, as necessary

·         Issue guest badges and make sure guests sign-in at the front desk before entry

·         Assist customers with daily will-call pickups

·         Keep reception area neat/clean/uncluttered in order for front desk to operate efficiently

·         Sort and process mail to ensure items are delivered to the proper department, in a timely manner

·         Understand and follow VV’s safety policies, procedures and best practices including food safety, safe use of equipment and safe lifting practices

·         Assist Purchasing department with compliance support for organic certification and food safety

·         Assist VV Managers with a variety of clerical duties

·         Assist VV with office and non-office supplies, as needed

·         Assist Facilities in daily maintenance of office, kitchen, and bathrooms, as needed

·         Provide warehouse support as requested

·         Participate as required in other tasks as directed by the Director of Sales to achieve department goals.

Qualifications:

·         At least 1 year of full-time work experience with front desk and switchboard operations

·         High school diploma or equivalent is required; college degree is a plus

·         Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and other databases

·         Excellent attention to detail, organizational/administrative skills

·         Friendly, articulate, empathetic communicator; outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills

·         Bilingual skills, a plus

Physical Requirements

·         Must be able to type repetitively on a keyboard

·         Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time

·         Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist and perform a variety of other physical functions on a consistent basis

·         Must be able to lift up to 45lbs. without assistance; over 45lbs with assistance

·         Must be able to work in varying environments including the ability to withstand cold temperatures with proper protective clothing for several hours at a time.

·         Must be able to follow safety procedures (i.e., proper lifting techniques)

WAGE RANGE - $23.00 – $27.00/hour, depending upon experience

To be considered for this position, MUST APPLY online

https://veritablevegetable.com/application-for-employment-form/