RECEPTIONIST & ADMINISTRATOR | Pedro’s
RECEPTIONIST & ADMINISTRATOR | PERMANENT ROLE
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Division: Distribution Centre (Sauce Plant)
Experience Level: Entry Level
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
JOB OVERVIEW
is hiring a Receptionist and Administrator to provide professional front-of-house reception support while managing key administrative and coordination duties within a fast-paced distribution and sauce production environment.
This role ensures smooth daily office operations, strong communication flow, accurate record management, and a professional, welcoming reception area for visitors, staff, and suppliers.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You will be responsible for:
- Managing the reception area as the first point of contact
- Answering and directing incoming calls professionally
- Welcoming visitors and managing sign-in and site access procedures (including safety/PPE compliance)
- Coordinating meeting rooms and preparing spaces
- Handling mail, courier services, and deliveries
- Providing general administrative support across departments
- Maintaining filing systems (physical and digital)
- Capturing and updating data on internal systems and spreadsheets
- Assisting with reports, documents, and presentations
- Supporting procurement admin (purchase orders, invoices, supplier documents)
- Managing office supplies and stationery stock
- Assisting with travel bookings and logistics
- Supporting meetings, training sessions, and internal events
- Ensuring compliance with food safety documentation standards (GMP/HACCP support)
- Liaising with suppliers and internal departments
- Maintaining a clean and professional reception environment
REQUIREMENTS
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong data capturing and record-keeping skills
- Switchboard and telephone handling experience
- Office administration and filing systems knowledge
- Basic procurement and purchase order administration
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven environment
WHY JOIN THIS ROLE
- Entry-level opportunity in a major food manufacturing environment
- Exposure to administration, procurement, and operations processes
- Professional workplace with structured systems and growth potential
- Hands-on experience supporting both office and production environments
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application before 30 June 2026.
Ensure your CV highlights administrative skills, computer literacy, and any front-office or reception experience.
