Receptionist - MB of Walnut Creek in Walnut Creek, CA at Sonic Automotive
Date Posted: 7/23/2024
Job Snapshot
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
About
At Mercedes Benz of Walnut Creek, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally.
Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.
Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in the country with over 120 dealerships nationwide...
It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative, team-based approach to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference.
When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.
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More than half of our 160 employees have had an internal promotion at our dealership. Many of our leadership team members were promoted from within our company. Our General Manager started in the automotive industry as a porter. (And no, his dad does not own the company)
Do we have fun or are we like every other dealership?
You tell us. These are some things that differentiate us from everyone else:
- PB&J bar, noodle station, cereal station
- Ping pong tournaments
- Monthly kick off lunches to feed our awesome employees and acknowledge our top performers in each department
- Community events
- Monthly employee events
- Celebrity clientele
- And so much more!
How do we rank amongst other Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the Bay Area?
- We are the #1 New and Pre-owned Mercedes-Benz dealership in Northern CA.
- We are the #1 EQ Mercedes-Benz dealership in the country.
Job Description
As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for customers and visitors, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This position plays a crucial role in creating a positive customer experience by offering exceptional customer service and efficiently managing the front desk operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage the dealership's main phone line, answer incoming calls, and direct them to the appropriate department or personnel.
- Take messages accurately and relay them promptly to the intended recipient.
- Warmly welcome customers and visitors as they enter the dealership.
- Assist customers with general inquiries and direct them to the relevant department or team member for further assistance.
- Keep the reception area clean, organized, and well-presented at all times.
- Manage and distribute incoming mail and packages.
- Provide administrative support to various departments as needed.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to multitask and handle a fast-paced work environment.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test and valid driver license.
Compensation (Hourly):
- $20.00 / hour
*The Receptionist Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of twenty dollars an hour*
Schedule:
- FULL TIME
- Sunday - Thursday OR Tuesday - Saturday
- 9am - 6pm
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid Time Off accrual
- Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day
- Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars
- Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company
- Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: MBofWalnutCreek
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines