Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Swampscott, 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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Back Bay Allergy Associates

Medical Receptionist (Hybrid)

Allergy specialist seeking medical receptionist to work Mondays in Brookline, and Wednesday-Thursday in Lowell, MA. Must have experience with electronic medical records/EMRs (preferably Athena),...

Receptionist

  • Andover, MA (17 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Andover, MA (17 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities Answers incoming telephone calls in a cheerful and marketing oriented way, determines purpose of callers, and forwards calls to appropriate personnel or department. Retrieves...

Front Desk Agent

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Front Desk Agents work closely with the Guest Experience team and Guest Services to coordinate the smooth and efficient handling of guest luggage at both check in and check out....

Guest Services Rep Part Time-104020

  • Saugus, MA (5 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saugus, MA (5 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 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....

Guest Service Agent - Hilton Boston Park Plaza

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

One of the most historic hotels in city, the Hilton Boston Park Plaza is seeking a full-time Guest Service Agent to join their front office team!...

Guest Services Attendant

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Guest Service Agent - Bambara Cambridge

  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Receptionist/Front Desk

  • Everett, MA (8 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Everett, MA (8 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Answers telephones promptly and courteously 2. Clearly identifies proper name of site and self. 3....

Guest Service Agent

  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (13 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Receptionist

  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Live the Mission Life Care Center of Stoneham is looking for a part-time Receptionist Monday-Friday 4p-8p. Position Summary The Receptionist efficiently performs clerical support and serves as the...

Medical Receptionist

  • Somerville, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 2 days ago

At Northeast Health Services, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), we are committed to improving access to the highest-quality mental health care in our local communities. As a Patient...

Agent Front Desk- InterContinental Boston -1

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Do You See Yourself as a Front Desk Agent? Welcome the World with Elegance at InterContinental Boston - Where Every Guest's Journey Begins with You. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe hospitality...

Front Office Associate

  • Woburn, MA (12 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (12 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today! RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Front Office Associate to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and...

Float Front Office Associate

  • Dedham, MA (21 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dedham, MA (21 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today! RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Float Front Office Associate to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on...

Front Desk Host (Full time, $31.45 hourly)

  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (11 miles from Swampscott, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Previous guest service experience as well as the ability to communicate well with guests required. The Hyatt Place Experience....

Demographic Data for Swampscott, MA

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.3%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
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 Swampscott, 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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