Front Desk Attendant Jobs in New York

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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Receptionist

Integrated Endodontic Solution in Huntington, NY is seeking a Receptionist to join our team. We are looking for a friendly and organized individual to be the first point of contact for our...

Company Description Bensonhurst Veterinary Care (BVC) is the first of two practices that Dr Stephen Zawie opened in Brooklyn, NY. Our hospital is a small animal general practice open seven days a...

Receptionist

  • New York, NY
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  • New York, NY
  • moments ago

Community Associate Address: 401 Park Avenue South 10th Floor 10016 New York, New York The world of work is changingshort commutes, flexibility, and convenience are the minimum standards employees...

Medical Receptionist

  • Queens Village, NY
  • moments ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • moments ago

About Our Company We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Cah - Receptionist

  • Philadelphia, NY
  • moments ago
  • Philadelphia, NY
  • moments ago

# Philly Clinic - Receptionist## Full Time-Day Shift- 8a-4p#Req#8370 Pay Range: $16.94-$21.60 Schedules appointments, answers telephone and prioritizes and relays messages as appropriate. When...

Medical Fitness Receptionist/Membership Liaison

  • Lake Placid, NY
  • moments ago
  • Lake Placid, NY
  • moments ago

Position Summary: As an integral part of the member services team, the Front Desk Receptionist/Member Liaison is responsible for assisting in achieving or exceeding sales goals, renewals and...

Small CPA firm seeking Admin/Receptionist - Part to full time

  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Answering Telephones, Making Appointments Filing / Pulling Files / Organizing Greeting & Checking In Clients Follow Up / Reminder Calls to clients Accept various payments including CC Payments...

Receptionist

  • Kingston, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kingston, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Camping World is seeking a Receptionist for our growing team. Camping World is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Receptionist to join our team! You will be a key...

Medical Receptionist - Valatie, NY - FT/DAYS

  • Valatie, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Valatie, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Medical Receptionist - Valatie, NY - FT/DAYS If you are looking for a position as a Registration Associate in Albany, this could be your...

Busy Periodontal Office - Front Desk Receptionist/Insurance Biller

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Full Time Mon 9-3 Tuesday thru Friday 9-6p must be detail oriented, team player, have 2 years Dental experience. need excellent phone skills.

Dental Receptionist

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 14 hours ago

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST in Downtown Brooklyn office Full time, no weekends. 1 to 2 years prior experience required. Perform administrative tasks and assist patients. Office with room for growth....

Admin/Receptionist

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Investment Management firm located in in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a Temp to Perm Administrative Assistant/Receptionist to support two senior level executives, in addition to front desk duties....

Senior Receptionist

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Salary: $25/hr Other Forms of Compensation: What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our...

Guest Services Agent (Full Time)

  • Armonk, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Armonk, NY
  • 14 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for an on call GUEST SERVICES AGENT position. Location : IBM Learning Center - 20 Old Post Road, Armonk, NY 10504 Note: online applications accepted only....

Sr Medical Receptionist - Albany - FT/DAYS

  • Albany, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 19 hours ago

oriented operation of a medical practice....

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Front Desk Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in New York 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 New York
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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