Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Ayer, MA

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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Part Time Front Desk Receptionist

  • Billerica, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities Greets visitors immediately upon arrivalProfessionally handles all phone calls and routes callers or answers questions in a timely and courteous mannerOffers refreshments (coffee, water...

Guest Services Rep Full Time-104010

  • Marlborough, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Marlborough, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

AND SUMMARY The Guest Services Representative ("GSR") position must demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to providing the best possible experience for our guests....

Hotel Front Desk

  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Flexible Scheduling The Front Desk Guest Service Representative (GSR) is responsible for maintaining positive guest interactions while consistently and courteously responding to their needs, requests...

Front Desk The Artisan Hotel, at Tuscan Village, Tribute collection by Marriott

  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate the front desk according to standard operating procedures and with exceptional guest service....

Medical Receptionist

  • Maynard, MA (10 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maynard, MA (10 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Reporting to the Practice Manager, the Clinical Office Coordinator performs a wide variety of front office responsibilities and support to the physician. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High...

Medical Receptionist

  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday 830am-5pm. Location: Westford Family Medicine. Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing administrative and business support to the organization in...

Reservation Agent (Part-Time)

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Return to Job Search Reservation Agent (Part-Time) U-Haul is looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, provides outstanding customer service, is results-oriented and wants to work in a...

Front Desk and House Keeping positions

  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, NH (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Now hiring the following Part-Time positions at Park View Inn: Front Desk Associate - Looking for an honest individual who enjoys helping others. Must be comfortable with computers, have good...

Weekend Receptionist/Secretary

  • Methuen, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Methuen, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago

St. Ann's Home & School, in Methuen, MA, is a leader in special education and residential programming, offering private day programs, child and adolescent residential services, along with a broad...

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (14 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist Are you interested in a position that will make a difference in your life and the lives of others? Community Teamwork is seeking an Administrative...

Receptionist

  • Northborough, MA (16 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Northborough, MA (16 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Provide professional, timely, courteous and accurate service to employees and customers Present a neat appearance and maintain professional or business attire at all times Be able to learn quickly and...

Receptionist - For Thursday 8am-1pm and Friday 8am-3pm

  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

of emergency call system and nurse paging system Communication Greets visitors immediately upon arrivalProfessionally handles all phone calls and routes callers or answers questions in a timely and courteous...

Receptionist - The Residence at Bedford

  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (15 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Handle incoming telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly. Greet guests and visitors in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly....

Front Desk Associate - Homewood Suites Nashua

  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Provide exceptional guest service. Efficiently manage the operations of the front desk, ensure check in and check out is timely. Warmly and professionally welcome all guests....

Medical Receptionist

  • Stoneham, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Stoneham, MA (24 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview APDerm is a physician-led, patient-centered dermatology network. Founded in 1992, we have 37 practices across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island and pride ourselves on being...

Demographic Data for Ayer, MA

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Ayer, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Ayer, MA 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 Ayer, MA
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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