Front Desk Attendant Jobs in District of Columbia

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

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 hours ago

It's fun to work at a company where people truly believe in what they are doing! Job Description: Provide receptionist services for clients at their site. Essential Job Responsibilities Work...

Front Desk Supervisor - Kimpton George Hotel

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do Lead all aspects of all Front Office operations by setting and maintaining a high level of guest service....

Review arrivals noting special requests, blocking rooms as needed. * Check in and out hotel guests in a confident, professional and friendly manner. * Answer all phone calls promptly and...

Office Receptionist/Office Clerical Assistant

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Full time position (Mon-Fri) for Plumbing Service Company (Raine & Son, LLC). Seeking a receptionist with a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills to answer multi-line phone system....

Bilingual/Receptionist

  • DC
  • 4 days ago
  • DC
  • 4 days ago

Well established Academy Insurance Agency has opening for a Full-Time Bilingual (Spanish/English) Customer Service Representative that lives within 30 minutes of Leesburg. Computer skills, good...

Guest Service Agent - $19 per hour

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Skills and Abilities: Requires having excellent computer and cash handling skills, ability to stand for extended periods of time; present a sociable, outgoing, lively and guest service-oriented demeanor...

Guest Service Agent - Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

As a Guest Service Agent, you would be responsible for greeting and registering guests and checking guests out of the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and...

Hotel Front Desk Agent

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Hotel Front Desk Agent Job Description The Westin Washington DC City Center is looking for a Hotel Front Desk Agent to join our team! A Hotel Front Desk Agent is responsible for providing...

Guest Service Agent Homewood Suites DC Convention Center

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

What You’ll Do: You will be at the center of the hotel's universe-the front office. We need someone to be the face at our front desk. Are you happy, outgoing and wear a perma-smile? Do you want to...

RECEPTIONIST - Large Law Firm Dentons - D.C.

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Salary: 20.00 an 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...

Front Desk Coordinator for Private Dental Office

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Full-time or part-time front desk position available for Private Dental Office. Fully-Trainable Position. Looking for someone who is honest, reliable, a great communicator, and has great computer...

Front Desk Agent

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Receptionist

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Receptionist Location: Washington, DC (Onsite) Industry: Administrative/Customer Service Pay: $18- $20/hr Type: Contract (2-4 months) Background Check: Required About Our Client: Addison Group's...

Front Desk Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Front Desk Manager Manage front desk operations to ensure staff meets company operational standards while providing the highest level of guest service....

Luxury Spa Receptionist $19/hr-$20/hr DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Luxury Spa Receptionist - $19/hr-$20/hr - DC Washington, District of Columbia | Full Time Temp to Hire | $ 19 - $ 20 per hour March 05, 2025 | Job ID: A1409380DC-Temp_... Job Summary Our client, a...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Front Desk Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Hotel Front Desk
Everything you need to know about successful Front Office Operations. This course will teach you all details, reports, transactions, skills you need to operate Front Office Department.Course is...
Front Desk Safety
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Front Desk Customer Service
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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in District of Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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