Receptionist - Temp

Based - St Albans, AL1 2RE (Hybrid 50%)

Temporary cover, Part Time

Join Premier Foods — where people, brands and purpose come together.

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest listed food businesses, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites shaping the future of some of Britain’s best‑loved brands, found in 94% of households nationwide, making us one of the UK’s top three ambient food suppliers. From much‑loved household names such as Mr Kipling, Bisto, Oxo, Batchelors and Sharwoods, to our recently welcomed brands Fuel10k and Merchant Gourmet, our portfolio is packed with iconic favourites — and continues to grow.

 

Premier Foods is looking for a professional, friendly and highly organised Receptionist to provide part-time, ad hoc reception cover at our St Albans Head Office to cover holidays and other leave for our reception team.

 

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being the face of an organisation and takes pride in delivering a warm, polished and efficient front‑of‑house service. You’ll play a key role in creating a positive first impression for visitors, contractors and colleagues alike.

 

What you'll be doing?

Covering the reception on an ad‑hoc basis, you’ll support the Facilities team to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the front desk. Your responsibilities will include:

• Answering and directing inbound calls via the switchboard
• Meeting and greeting visitors, offering refreshments and notifying hosts of arrivals
• Ensuring reception is clean, professional and welcoming at all times
• Coordinating incoming and outgoing post and courier services
• Booking taxis with preferred suppliers and maintaining booking logs
• Supporting Health & Safety requirements for visitors and contractors
• Raising purchase orders and processing invoices (taxis, couriers, stationery)
• Supporting Facilities with site information and general administration
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to improve ways of working

 

What we need from you?

We’re keen to hear from candidates who can bring confidence, adaptability and attention to detail to this flexible role. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Previous experience in a busy reception or switchboard environment
• A professional, friendly and personable approach, with confidence engaging with senior stakeholders
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to adapt quickly when priorities change
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when using systems
• Good IT skills and experience using multiple computer systems
• The ability to remain calm and professional in a fast‑paced environment

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.