Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Skokie, IL

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

  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

We are looking for a full-time Receptionist to join our team. The primary role is to ensure a welcoming experience for customers and guests, both in person and over the phone. This position also...

Guest Service Agent

  • Burr Ridge, IL (23 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (23 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Guest Service Agent Greet, register and service guests in a friendly and courteous manner according to hotel/brand and sustainability standards....

Receptionist

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

We're looking for a highly professional and customer-facing Receptionist to be the welcoming first point of contact for our company. This position requires a proactive individual with exceptional...

Medical Office Receptionist

  • Vernon Hills, IL (18 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (18 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Manage front desk responsibilities including greeting and checking patients in/out in a courteous manner....

Guest Service Agent (Part Time, PM)- Hilton Chicago OHare Airport

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Assist guests with check-out including, but not limited to, ensuring rooms and services are correctly accounted, using the point-of-sale system, handling money, processing credit and debit cards,...

Medical Receptionist - Internal Medicine

  • Hinsdale, IL (19 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (19 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Medical Receptionist - Hinsdale - Internal Medicine Position Highlights: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Hours: Monday-Friday; hours vary Location: 40 South Clay Street Hinsdale, Illinois...

Customer Service Representative - Full-time

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This job is located at 1617 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago, IL 60639 PLS Overview: Why PLS? Because You Deserve Better! PLS which stands for People - Location - Service is a leading retail provider of...

Bilingual Receptionist (Chicago)

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Bilingual Receptionist (Chicago) compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Receptionist Seeking Bilingual (English/Spanish) Receptionist for fast paced personal injury law firm...

Guest Service Agent (Part Time, PM)- Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago

As a Guest Services 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...

Receptionist - Part Time - Part-Time 1st Shift

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Warm and welcoming, the Receptionist sets the tone for all who visit our community. Greets visitors and residents warmly and maintains visitor and resident sign in/sign out...

Receptionist

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Chicago, IL Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Admin - Clerical Description Miller Cooper is seeking a...

Guest Services Agent

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Hogsalt is seeking a highly skilled, ambitious, and passionate Full-Time Guest Services & Reservations Specialist to join our team at Hogsalt HQ, located in the River West neighborhood of Chicago....

Receptionist

  • Arlington Heights, IL (13 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (13 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Entry Level Administrative Assistant/Receptionist We are an upbeat, family run- company that helps people who are suffering from hair loss. We only give the best in customer service. If you are...

Guest Service Agent

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Competitive 401(k) with company match Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Friendly guest service-oriented individuals, apply for a Guest Service Agent position at the...

Front Desk Agent

  • Lombard, IL (18 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (18 miles from Skokie, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Westin Chicago Lombard 70 Yorktown Center Lombard, IL 60148 Hotel with 500 Rooms Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn...

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Skokie, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Skokie, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.4%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
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 Skokie, IL
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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