core responsibilities and duties
the primary duties of an office boy typically fall into the following categories:
1. office maintenance and hospitality
cleanliness: ensure the office premises, including desks, common areas, meeting rooms, and pantry/kitchen, are clean and tidy at all times.
refreshments: prepare and serve tea, coffee, water, and other refreshments for staff and company visitors.
meeting setup: assist in setting up meeting rooms and arranging necessary equipment before meetings or conferences.
2. document and mail management
delivery: handle the internal distribution of documents, files, and messages between different departments or staff.
external errands: perform outdoor errands such as visiting banks for deposits/withdrawals, going to the post office for mailing/collecting packages, or picking up essential supplies.
clerical support: assist administrative staff with basic tasks like photocopying, scanning, filing, and organizing documents.
mail handling: receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail and packages.
3. general support and supplies
office supplies: monitor and manage the inventory of office and pantry supplies (stationery, water, tea, coffee, etc.), and notify the manager when stock is low.
equipment care: assist with minor office maintenance tasks, like changing light bulbs or reporting equipment malfunctions.
visitor management: greet visitors, inform the concerned employee of their arrival, and guide them to the appropriate area