Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Hawthorne, CA

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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Medical Receptionist

  • Burbank, CA (19 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA (19 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

You Will: Greet and register patients in a friendly and service-oriented manner....

Receptionist

  • Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Community Associate Address: 1800 North Vine Street 90028 Los Angeles, California The world of work is changingshort commutes, flexibility, and convenience are the minimum standards employees want...

Front Office agent

  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (22 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Guest Service Representative to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture....

Barbershop receptionist full time/ part time

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Chrispys Luxury Barber & Shop is looking to hire a full/ part time receptionist. This position requires great customer service, multitasking skills, commitment, on time, honesty and ambitious....

Receptionist

  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

AppleOne is hiring a professional and friendly Receptionist for a dynamic company. In this role, you will greet visitors, answer calls, manage the front desk, and provide general administrative...

Medical office receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Direct visitors to the correct doctor. Respond to all customer inquiries in a polite, kind and timely manner. Effectively answer and direct phone calls to the correct department. Welcome and greet...

Part Time Guest Service Agent: Overnight - Kimpton La Peer Hotel

  • West Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

**What You'll Do** The Guest Service Agent (Overnight) is responsible for registration and check-out, PBX operations, mail and message service all the while providing outstanding service to our guests...

Guest Service Agent - Front Desk (Full Time)

  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (10 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (10 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

In addition, the Guest Service Agent will promptly answer phones using a positive and articulate speaking voice with accurate verbiage....

Front Desk Agent

  • Long Beach, CA (7 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (7 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY Our jobs arent just about giving guests a smooth check-in and check-out. Instead, we want to build and experience that is memorable and unique. Our Guest Experience Experts take...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • West Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (12 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation....

Medical Receptionist (Arleta)

  • Arleta, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arleta, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports directly to the program manager. Greets patients in the front office, determines nature of visit, schedules appointments and does reminder calls to patient via telephone....

Receptionist/Clerk

  • Reseda, CA (22 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reseda, CA (22 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Receptionist/Clerk Department: Front Office Reports To: Office Manager POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for operating the switchboard and receptionist / clerical duties. HOURS 8 per...

Receptionist/Office Admin. Assistant

  • Westminster, CA (23 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, CA (23 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our dental office has an immediate full-time opening for an experienced Receptionist/Office Admin Assistant. We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team in a dynamic dental clinic...

Join Our Spa Team Receptionist Position Open in West L.A.

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Located in the Beverlywood neighborhood of West L.A., You Doll You Eyelash Extensions is growing and looking to welcome a new receptionist to our stellar team. Were a vibrant, fast-paced salon...

Guest Services Agent (Overnight)

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As an Overnight Guest Services Agent, each day brings new learning opportunities....

Demographic Data for Hawthorne, CA

Moving to Hawthorne, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Hawthorne, CA below.


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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Hawthorne, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Hawthorne, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
5.1%
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 Hawthorne, CA
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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