Temporary Receptionist Coverage

Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and professional Temporary Receptionist to provide short-term office coverage for a few days at a time. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable stepping into a front desk environment, learning quickly, and maintaining a welcoming and organized space while regular staff are out of the office.

The selected individual will receive an initial walkthrough of the office, responsibilities, and daily procedures, and will then be expected to work independently for the remainder of the assignment.

Responsibilities

+ Greet and check in visitors, guests, or patients in a professional manner

+ Answer general front desk inquiries and provide basic assistance

+ Maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized lobby or reception area

+ Prepare coffee and assist with light hospitality duties as needed

+ Receive, sort, and distribute mail or deliveries

+ Prepare, reset, and tidy meeting rooms, flex rooms, or shared spaces between use

+ Support basic clerical or administrative tasks as assigned

+ Help ensure the office runs smoothly during staff absence

Requirements

Qualifications

+ Previous receptionist, front desk, or administrative support experience preferred

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills

+ Professional presentation and customer service mindset

+ Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently

+ Comfortable handling light clerical and hospitality-related tasks

+ Quick learner with the ability to adapt to short-term assignments

+ Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Talent Match®

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ()  and Privacy Notice () .