Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Destin, FL

A Front Desk Attendant in the hospitality service industry is primarily responsible for ensuring guests have a positive and welcoming experience. Their key duties include checking guests in and out, handling guest inquiries, managing reservations, and coordinating with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction. They are the first point of contact for guests and play a crucial role in shaping guests' impressions of the establishment. In addition, they may also be responsible for handling financial transactions, addressing guest complaints, and providing information about services and amenities.

Important skills for a Front Desk Attendant include strong communication and customer service skills, the ability to multitask, and attention to detail. Proficiency in using hotel management software is also beneficial. In some establishments, a certificate or degree in hospitality management may be required. Before becoming a Front Desk Attendant, a person may have roles such as a Guest Service Representative, Hotel Receptionist, or Customer Service Representative in other industries. These roles provide valuable experience in customer service and dealing with the public which are crucial skills for a Front Desk Attendant.

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Front Desk Agent

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Proven ability to deliver exceptional guest service and enhance guest satisfaction.- Communication: Effectively convey information and ideas, and address guest inquiries and issues promptly....

Guest Services Agent

  • Navarre, FL (23 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Navarre, FL (23 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Guest Service Agent Join Our Team at Blue Moon Vacation Rentals! We are looking for an energetic, hard-working, Guest Service Agent to provide quality attention and care to our guest and owners!...

30A Escapes - Guest Relations Agent

  • Santa Rosa Beach, FL (20 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Rosa Beach, FL (20 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Monitor and reply to all guest communication via phone, text, chat, and email in a professional, friendly and efficient manner Provides friendly, courteous service and follow up on all guest & reservations...

Front Desk

  • Destin, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • Destin, FL
  • 21 days ago

Description Job Overview: As a Front Desk Associate, you'll be responsible for working independently, and without direct supervision. Possess strong communication, telephone, and customer service...

Guest Service Representative

  • Destin, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Destin, FL
  • 22 days ago

While no formal education or work experience is required, previous guest service experience at a bakery, restaurant or retail store is a plus....

Customer Service Representative

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Return to Job Search Customer Service Representative Are you a people person? Do you love helping others? U-Haul is in search of friendly, motivated people for the position of Customer Service...

Receptionist - Coastal Vascular & Interventional

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 28 days ago

Overview Today, SCA Health has grown to 11,000 teammates who care for 1 million patients each year and support physician specialists holistically in many aspects of patient care. Together, our...

Front Desk Agent

  • Destin, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Destin, FL
  • 30+ days ago

About Us Join our team at Homewood Suites by Hilton Destin, a new hotel located just a 5-minute walk from the stunning white sand beaches along the scenic Emerald Coast Parkway. Our prime location...

Front Desk Agent

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner....

Receptionist

  • Destin, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Destin, FL
  • 45+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs medical front office functions while providing excellent customer service. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Greet patients and other visitors when they arrive. Answers...

Customer Service Representative - Store #409

  • Niceville, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Niceville, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

CEFCO Convenience Stores is hiring both part-time and full-time Customer Service Representatives! CEFCO VISION STATEMENT: "To be a consumer-driven convenience retailer with engaged employees, who...

Guest Services Agent

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

A Guest Service Agent, is responsible for accommodating all guests and assisting with their various needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following....

Customer Service Representative - Store #410

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

CEFCO Convenience Stores is hiring both part-time and full-time Customer Service Representatives! CEFCO VISION STATEMENT: "To be a consumer-driven convenience retailer with engaged employees, who...

Customer Service Representative - Store #407

  • Niceville, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Niceville, FL (10 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

CEFCO Convenience Stores is hiring both part-time and full-time Customer Service Representatives! CEFCO VISION STATEMENT: "To be a consumer-driven convenience retailer with engaged employees, who...

Customer Service Representative - Store #416

  • Santa Rosa Beach, FL (20 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa Beach, FL (20 miles from Destin, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

CEFCO Convenience Stores is hiring both part-time and full-time Customer Service Representatives! CEFCO VISION STATEMENT: "To be a consumer-driven convenience retailer with engaged employees, who...

Demographic Data for Destin, FL

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Destin, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Destin, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.2%
Bachelor's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
5.0%
Some College
3.6%
Some High School
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Front Desk Attendants in Destin, FL
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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