Office Receptionist (Part-Time)

Cogent People Inc•Columbia, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a part-time Office Receptionist to help create a professional, welcoming, and well-run office environment for our team and visitors. As the first point of contact in our office, this individual will represent our culture of professionalism and care while ensuring that day-to-day office operations run smoothly, efficiently, and with attention to detail.

Requirements

Dependable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving office environment
Strong attention to detail and pride in keeping spaces clean and organized
Able to move through the office throughout the day and manage multiple small tasks
Professional and comfortable interacting with employees, leadership, and visitors
Someone who notices what needs to be done and takes action without needing constant direction
Comfortable lifting and moving office supplies and deliveries (occasionally up to moderate weight)

Responsibilities

Greet and check in visitors with warmth and professionalism
Serve as the first impression of the company for clients, guests, and partners
Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming reception and common area environment at all times
Receive deliveries and manage office supplies across storage, kitchen, and collaboration spaces
Maintain inventory and proactively restock essentials (coffee, snacks, and office supplies)
Set up and reset conference rooms for meetings, ensuring spaces are clean, organized, and ready for use
Monitor overall office readiness and appearance throughout the day
Order office supplies, catering, and meals for internal meetings and events
Support coordination of team events (e.g., team lunches, picnics, holiday gatherings) in partnership with leadership and HR
Help uphold office standards for cleanliness, organization, and shared-space etiquette that contribute to a positive workplace experience