Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Maine

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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Front Desk

  • Freeport, ME
  • 6 hours ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 6 hours ago

Front Desk duties at Cottage rental business. 20 cottages. Friendly, low key ambiance. Check customers in, take phone calls, do necessary paper and computer work. Must be personable, team player,...

Receptionist - The Curl Boutique

  • Saco, ME
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saco, ME
  • 20 hours ago

Who We Are The Curl Boutique is Maines very first salon dedicated to curly hair. Since 2017, weve welcomed curls of every kindfrom subtle waves to the tightest coilsinto our salon. As a team-based...

Guest Services Representative

  • York, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • York, ME
  • 2 days ago

Process e-mails from the Guest Service queue....

ER Registration Clerk

  • Fort Kent, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Kent, ME
  • 2 days ago

The ER Registration Clerk is responsible for the complete and accurate registration of all patients obtaining services at Northern Maine Medical Center. Responsible for accurately gathering and...

Scandic Star Sollentuna ligger enbart ett par steg ifran Sollentunas pendeltagsstation och 17 minuter till city. Vi har mojlighet att lata 500 gaster ata, konferera och sova under samma tak,...

Clerk Receptionist

  • Scarborough, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 3 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Office Services Job Requisition: 429436 Address: USA-ME-Scarborough-145 Pleasant Hill Rd Store Code: Office Services - Hannaford (2761871) Ahold Delhaize USA, a...

Receptionist - Behavioral Health

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 3 days ago

at MaineHealth in Westbrook, Maine, United States Job Description Description Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10:45pm to 7:15 am The Receptionist - Behavioral Health role is responsible...

Front Desk Agent

  • Scarborough, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 7 days ago

Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner....

Front Office Associate

  • ME
  • 7 days ago
  • ME
  • 7 days ago

RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging and Insight Imaging, is looking for a Front Office Associate to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on...

Front Desk Auditor

  • Presque Isle, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Presque Isle, ME
  • 9 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information,please see: Desk Auditor**\Presque Isle, ME FT/Nights Temp-to-Hire Opportunity\\**Job Description:**\\Immediate opening for a Front Desk Auditor to...

Phlebotomist/Receptionist

  • Fort Kent, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Kent, ME
  • 9 days ago

Answers the telephone promptly and courteously. Files reports. Obtains missing physician signatures. Sorts out lab reports and delivers to appropriate locations....

Part-Time Receptionist (Evenings)

  • Brewer, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Brewer, ME
  • 11 days ago

A Great Place to Work Brewer is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful...

Guest Services Representative

  • Bar Harbor, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Bar Harbor, ME
  • 11 days ago

REPORTS TO Guest Services Lead, Guest Experience Supervisor and/or Assistant General Manager POSITION SUMMARY The Guest Service Representative (GSR) is responsible for providing attentive, courteous...

Patient Registration Clerk Department: Patient Access C Location: Massena Hospital Hours Per Week: 24 hours Schedule: Variable shift/days, every other weekend, and holidays. SUMMARY: Patient...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Presque Isle, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Presque Isle, ME
  • 12 days ago

at TEMPO Employment Services in Presque Isle, Maine, United States Job Description Welcome visitors and assist guests at the check-in counter. Answer incoming calls, take messages, and respond to...

Demographic Data for Maine

Moving to Maine? Find some basic demographic data about Maine below.


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Front Desk Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Maine

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Maine offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Bachelor's Degree
23.1%
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 Maine
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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