RECEPTIONIST JOBS IN DUBAI – A Receptionist is an employee taking an office or administrative support position to answer the telephone and dealing with visitors and guests when they arrive.

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Eligibility criteria to get Receptionist jobs in Dubai

  • There are no set entry requirements to become a Receptionist
  • Typically, there is a requirement of a High school diploma, equivalent or General Certificate of Secondary Education i.e. GCSE
  • Employers may prefer to hire candidates having grab on certain computer software applications
  • Courses in word processing and spreadsheet application can be helpful
  • Familiarity with phone application, etc.

Skills required to get Receptionist jobs in Dubai

  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Telephone skills
  • Multitasking and prioritising
  • Dependability
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Professional phone etiquette
  • Customer focus
  • Organization skills
  • Supply management

Some tips to represent yourself as a good Receptionist

  • Smile often
  • Avoid eating and chewing gum while on duty
  • Avoid using mobile phones during duty
  • Keep a message pad handy
  • Use the caller’s name
  • Be polite and use pleasantries
  • Avoid saying “I don’t know”
  • Confirm with the caller with every information either be it phone numbers or addresses
  • Paraphrase the message- This sounds professional, etc.

A good Receptionist is not supposed to

  • Gossip about customers or co-workers. It’s common for people to gossip at work, but it’s a detrimental practice
  • Dress unprofessionally
  • Take personal phone calls
  • Copy or share confidential information
  • Talk with a full mouth, etc.

Job responsibilities of a Receptionist in Dubai

  • Greet and assist guests and employees
  • Notifies company, personal of visitor arrival
  • Maintains security and telecommunications
  • Directs visitors by maintaining employee and department directories
  • Keeps a safe and clean reception are by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
  • Support continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs, etc.

Some companies in Dubai that hire Receptionists

  • Techquads, Dubai
  • Kaizen Firm, Dubai
  • German Neuroscience, Dubai
  • Rotana, Dubai
  • United Al Saqer Group
  • Manpower Group Middle East, Dubai, etc.

Pay scales of Receptionist in Dubai

The average pay for Receptionist in Dubai ranges from approximately 1800 AED- 2500 AED in a month.