Front Desk Receptionist - San Diego, CA

What You'll Do

• Greet and check in scheduled guests upon arrival for their appointment slots
• Coordinate with assigned EV Consultants for seamless handoff for sales consultations and delivery pickups
• Ensure every guest receives a welcoming, professional, and efficient first impression
• Educate customers on EV technology, incentives, charging, and ownership costs
• Manage and maintain the daily schedule for test drives and vehicle deliveries
• Monitor showroom traffic and proactively communicate with the sales team to minimize wait times
• Confirm appointments and communicate any delays or changes in real time
• Facilitate final vehicle key hand-offs during delivery appointments
• Collect guest feedback on their delivery experience
• Set clear expectations for follow-up communications and review requests
• Proactively follow up with recent buyers to encourage positive reviews on Google, Yelp, and other platforms
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk and lobby environment, including vehicle displays
• Ensure the "Coffee Zone" is stocked, clean, and welcoming for guests
• Answer and route incoming calls, emails, and inquiries
• Accurately track customer visits, appointments, and handoffs in internal systems
• Support sales and operations teams with administrative tasks (data entry, paperwork, filing)

Qualifications & Fit

• 2+ years of experience in a front desk, receptionist, retail, or customer-facing role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and punctual
• Ability to operate with ownership and minimal supervision

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar)
• Experience using CRM or scheduling tools is a plus
• Comfortable using Slack or similar communication tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, dealership, retail, or hospitality environments
• Bilingual (English + Spanish or other languages) is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $21-$25 per hour
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k); PTO and sick time.

Location

• San Diego, CA - On-Site Required. No remote or hybrid arrangements. Availability required during high-volume periods, weekend hours, and month-end close.