# Occupation profile — receptionist - **ESCO URI:** http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/f7b04542-d8c7-42db-8475-e63b507cce82 - **ESCO code:** 4226.1 - **ISCO-08 group:** 4226 — Receptionists (general) - **O*NET-SOC:** 43-4021.00 — Correspondence Clerks (match: closeMatch) ## Description (ESCO) Receptionists are responsible for the reception area of a business. They answer the phone, greet guests, pass information, respond to inquiries and instruct visitors. They are the first point of contact for clients and customers. ## Definition nan ## Alternative labels - front desk receptionist - medical receptionist - corporate receptionist - office receptionist - receiving clerk - company secretary - receiving secretary - head receptionist - secretary - front desk agent