Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Wisconsin

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

  • River Falls, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Greets and provides courteous assistance to all whom enter the community Supervises security of the facility by unlocking entrances and supervising those entering and exiting Clerical duties for various...

Office Assistant/Receptionist

  • Shawano, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Shawano, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Provide support to the Optical center team. Greet patients as they enter the center, answer the telephone, book appointments, manage patient files, and support all other aspects that do not...

Hotel Guest Service Rep

  • Janesville, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 11 hours ago

What we offer: Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available after 60 days DailyPay 401k Paid Training Paid PTO Referral program Discounts at all Kinseth Hotel Corporation hotels and...

Customer Service Representative - Overnights

  • Oak Creek, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Oak Creek, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Customer Service Representative - Overnights Pay from $26 to $33 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $4 Shift Differential Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI...

Customer Service Representative - Bilingual

  • Pell Lake, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Pell Lake, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Bilingual Customer Service Representative Pay from $23 to $28 pe r hour with significant growth and earning potential! Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Customer Service is the...

ULINE- Customer Service Representative

  • Big Bend, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Big Bend, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Customer Service Representative - Overnights Pay from $26 to $33 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $4 Shift Differential Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI...

Customer Service Representative

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Customer Service Representative Pay from $24 to $29 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $2 Shift Differential Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144...

Medical Receptionist - NextGen Careers in Health Care

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 20 hours ago

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: First Shift (United States...

Receptionist/Screener - RECEP002426

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

Demonstrated ability either througheducation and/or experience, knowledge of corporate office protocol, andcustomer service-oriented practices and procedures. \* BilingualSpanish/English (or Rohingya...

Receptionist - RECEP005925

  • Dodgeville, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Dodgeville, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Receptionist - RECEP005925DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Receptionist - Mid/Second Shift - parttime Wage: \$17/hr + \$1/hr second shift incentive Varied Shift Times(must be...

Receptionist - Full-Time - Marshfield

  • Marshfield, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Marshfield, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHO WE ARE: Wood County Norwood Health Center has agreat passion for helping the members of our community. As an employer,we strive to provide a work environment where diversity...

Medical Records / Receptionist

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented andorganized individual to join our team as a Medical Records/Receptionist.In this role, you will be responsible for managing...

Office Coordinator/Receptionist

  • Baileys Harbor, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Baileys Harbor, WI
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for fun, energetic and extremely personable outdoors enthusiasts to add to our adventure staff. The full time (seasonal May-October) office reception/coordinator position is located...

Front Desk Agent - Full Time

  • Brookfield, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 1 day ago

For some, traveling and being away is fun; however, many travelers miss being home. Our Front Desk team makes our hotel feel like home. As a Front Desk Agent, your contribution helps ensure guests...

Receptionist

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Wisconsin

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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