Receptionist
| Posting date: | 03 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wallingford, OX10 6AA |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/1129895/144946 |
Summary
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30 and Friday 08:00 - 14:00
- £12.71 per hour
- Sodexo Benefits
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Job Introduction:
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and being the friendly face that sets the tone for a positive experience? As a Receptionist at RAF Benson in Wallingford, you'll be at the heart of our operation—ensuring smooth communication, creating a welcoming environment, and always putting the safety and satisfaction of our customers first. Our admin team plays a crucial role in running a seamless, efficient service for all our clients and visitors.
What you’ll do:
- Be the first impression: Greet all visitors and customers with warmth and professionalism, setting the tone for a 5-star experience.
- Direct and connect: Ensure guests are seamlessly connected to the right departments or team members while adhering to visitor management protocols.
- Elevate the experience: Deliver outstanding service across all touchpoints, from hospitality to workplace support and meeting room setup.
- Assist with inductions and onboarding processes, contributing to a smooth and professional welcome for new staff or contractors.
- Maintain a positive and approachable presence, ensuring every interaction is courteous, efficient, and memorable.
What You Bring:
- A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills—you’re a team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.
- The ability to stay calm, focused, and organized—even when things get busy.
- Previous receptionist or customer-facing experience is a plus, but a proactive, customer-first attitude is what really matters.
- A genuine interest in health, safety, and maintaining a secure, professional environment for everyone.
- A desire to learn, grow, and take the next steps in your career—we’ll support you every step of the way.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Teams etc)
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert earlier than expiry date.