Company Description:

Van Houtte Coffee Services Inc. (Van Houtte) is currently seeking a Receptionist located in the Mississauga branch. Under general supervision and in an efficient and friendly manner, the successful candidate will answer the phones, greets customers/visitors and provide general clerical and administrative support throughout the branch.

Van Houtte is a leading gourmet coffee company in North America and is the largest Canadian roaster and distributor of gourmet coffees to food retailers. Since 1919, Van Houtte has been producing superior-tasting coffees using traditional European small-batch roasting methods.

Our activities fall into three distinct and complementary areas of expertise: the roasting and marketing of gourmet coffees, provision of office coffee services, and manufacturing of single-cup brewing equipment.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Van Houtte employs 1,900 people in Canada and the United States.

www.vanhoutte.com

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In a friendly manner, efficiently receive and direct telephone calls and faxes, answering queries or confirming information as required.
• Greet and assist customers and general visitors in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Receive and deliver mail and handle courier needs.
• Operate various office equipment.
• Perform a variety of administrative duties including filing, copying, scanning, etc.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required

TO QUALIFY, YOU HAVE:

• Graduation from a Professional Community College or equivalent with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of office equipment associated with relevant user software.
• Strong inter-personal skills.
• Advanced knowledge of various secretarial requirements.
• Accounting experience would be an asset.