What Is a Part Time Weekend Receptionist and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

Part-time weekend receptionists greet customers and perform administrative duties for their company. These positions work less than thirty hours a week and are only scheduled during weekend hours. As a part-time weekend receptionist, your job duties may include answering phone calls, taking messages for fellow employees, answering customer questions, and organizing and filing records. When necessary, you send a message to the on-call supervisor concerning an issue you are unable to solve on your own. The definition of weekend varies from company to company; some limit weekend shifts to Saturday and Sunday, while others may start schedule weekend staff as early as Thursday afternoon.

To become a part-time weekend receptionist, you need a high school diploma or equivalent. A post-secondary degree is not required, but having an administrative assistant certificate or associate degree may make you more competitive in the job market. This role is typically an entry-level position that does not require previous work experience in administrative positions, but some employers prefer candidates with some customer service experience so that they can handle problems before customers elevated them to a supervisor. Other qualifications to become a part-time weekend receptionist include proficiency in basic computer programs, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a friendly demeanor.