Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Tennessee

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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Urgent Team

Medical Receptionist at Urgent Team

Urgent Team is looking for an experienced Medical Receptionist to join our team at our center in in Morristown, TN. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing...

Urgent Team

Medical Receptionist at Urgent Team - PRN

Urgent Team is looking for an experienced Medical Receptionists to join our team at our center in in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing...

Receptionist - Full Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description Full-time Receptionist This position performs as liaison in the initial contact of officepersonnel with the public in an effective, courteous and confidential manner....

Receptionist

  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Receptionist Career Opportunity Valued for your Receptionist Skills Are you a friendly and organized individual with a passion for creating a welcoming atmosphere? Join our team as a Receptionist,...

Front Desk Coordinator - Farragut, TN

  • Concord, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Concord, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Are you looking for a company you can grow your career with and advance in? Are you goal oriented, self-motivated & proactive by nature? Do you have a passion for health and wellness and love...

Guest Experience Expert/Front Desk Agent

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 hours ago

Additional Information Pay: $18.50/hour, Open Availability Job Number 25031706 Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations Location Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Drive...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Privately owned Physical Therapy practice seeking a dynamic team player for our front desk. Front desk knowledge and experience preferred but we will train the right individual. Must have an...

Medical Receptionist (Murfreesboro, TN)

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Answer phones promptly and courteously, retrieving messages when needed. Assume responsibility for the maintenance of professional calendars and schedules of Medical Operations....

Scheduler/Medical Office Receptionist (Full-Time)

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: Scheduler/ Medical Office Receptionist (Full-Time) Experienced medical scheduler and front office receptionist, must be a people person, must be team player, knowledgeable related to...

Front Office Associate

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 17 hours ago

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today! RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Front Office Associate to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and...

957012 - Franchise - CSP/Receptionist

  • Portland, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Portland, TN
  • 18 hours ago

What you'll bring to the team... Answer phones and greet clients in a personalized, friendly, and inviting manner Match clients with the best-suited tax professional for their needs Schedule...

Spine Joint & Pain Receptionist

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 19 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Represent MMC in a courteous and professional manner Greet guests and incoming calls in a polite, prompt, and helpful manner Take accurate messages which include all required information...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Franklin, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 19 hours ago

Overview Front Desk Coordinator Open Up to A Whole New Dental Experience Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every...

Patient Care Specialist (Medical Receptionist)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 hours ago

Posting Title Patient Care Specialist (Medical Receptionist) Overview At Fast Pace Health, Patient Care Specialist provides administrative support essential for effective patient care under the...

Smyrna Receptionist

  • Smyrna, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 19 hours ago

About Us Ascend is the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest credit unions in the United States, with over $4 billion in assets. With an occupation-based field of...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Front Desk Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Tennessee

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Tennessee offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.8%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.8%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.6%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Front Desk Attendants in Tennessee
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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