Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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 Philadelphia Ridley Park Springhill Suites

  • Ridley Park, PA (23 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ridley Park, PA (23 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Responsibilities Provide superior guest services including check-in/check-out hotel guests courteously and efficiently; process all payments according to established hotel requirements; Provide information...

Receptionist

  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Answer all incoming calls professionally and courteously and redirect them appropriately. Warmly welcome, greet and direct patients, visitors, and guests. Coordinate outgoing and incoming mail....

Receptionist

  • Devon, PA (15 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devon, PA (15 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Opportunity: The Resident Services Associate - Receptionist will be responsible for enhancing the living experience for our senior residents by providing exceptional concierge and reception...

Guest Services Rep Part Time-104020

  • Exton, PA (4 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Exton, PA (4 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

AND SUMMARY The Guest Services Representative ("GSR") position must demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to providing the best possible experience for our guests....

Guest Services Rep Full Time-104010

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

AND SUMMARY The Guest Services Representative ("GSR") position must demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to providing the best possible experience for our guests....

Hotel Front Desk Agent

  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Chester Hotel seeking a Full time or Part time Guest service agents for Front Desk. Candidate must be friendly, reliable, professional, with excellent customer service skills....

NEW! Front Desk Supervisor-Hotel West & Main, Conshohocken

  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring a Front Desk Supervisor at Hotel West & Main, Tapestry by Hilton in Conshohocken We are looking for associates and Leaders that have a passion to serve others! Working at the front...

Front Desk Agent

  • Springfield, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Potential Career Path Front Desk Manager Director of Operations General Manager Essential Job Functions To assist guests efficiently, courteously, and professionally in all Front Desk standards of service...

Optometry receptionist & Optician

  • Drexel Hill, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Drexel Hill, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Be the welcoming face of our patient-centered practice! We seek a friendly, detail-oriented, and team-focused Front Desk Professional/ Ophthalmic associate to join our dynamic team. In this vital...

Front Desk

  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Information Pay: $18.60/hour, Part time, Weekend shift, Day shift, Evening shift, Open availability required Job Number 24204002 Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations Location Courtyard...

Guest Services Attendant

  • West Reading, PA (23 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Reading, PA (23 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

The Guest Services Attendant (GSA) is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all visitors and others entering the hospital....

Patient Service/Front Desk Coordinator

  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

About the role See yourself starting a new career journey? As a Patient Service Coordinator at MyEyeDr. you play an essential role by providing personalized patient experiences through the...

Service Department Receptionist/ Appointment Coordinator

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Flexibility in responding courteously to immediate needs of customers and callers; ability to establish priorities and maintain productivity despite numerous interruptions....

Medical Receptionist - West Chester

  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

We have an opening for a friendly, experienced FULL TIME Medical Receptionist, based in West Chester Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. Weekends Required - every 5 th to 6 th weekend, 4...

Front Desk Attendant

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the...

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Downingtown, PA 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 Downingtown, PA
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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