Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Madison, NJ

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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Medical Receptionist - Neurology - Physician Services

  • Paramus, NJ (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Dental Receptionist

  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Come join one of the "Top 10 Emerging Groups to Watch", as voted by Group Dentistry Now! We are looking for Dental Receptionists to help provide excellent customer service experience for our...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! ****MUST HAVE 2 YEARS MINIMUM SALON OR SPA EXPERIENCE*** DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE PREVIOUS SALON OR SPA WORKING EXPERIENCE Angelo David salon, A prestigious Midtown...

Insurance Front desk receptionist Spanish language

  • Jersey City, NJ (18 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (18 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Front desk receptionist servicing in sales, phone calls and emails. Computer savvy. Bilingual in both Spanish and English is a must. + Bonus.

Receptionist

  • Union, NJ (9 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Union, NJ (9 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Join us at Lincoln Tech where we are currently seeking a receptionist to assume responsibilities for managing the front desk and performing a range of administrative and clerical duties. This role...

Sub Front Desk Agent

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

About Us It's Your Moment to Rise. Start Your Journey with us at the The Westin New York Grand Central and discover a place where you're given a choice to not just get up and go to work, but rise....

Receptionist

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $24 - $26 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...

Guest Services Representative (Part-Time) American Museum Of Natural History

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

The expected salary for the Guest Services Representative is $20/hour. This position is overtime-eligible. Pay will be determined based on several factors....

Front Desk Representative

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Make waves and pave the way for your career. At Goldfish Swim School we are not only passionate about building...

Guest Services Agent - Temporary

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Front Desk Agent serves as the first point of contact for guests and visitors, providing exceptional customer service and administrative support. This role is essential in...

Medical Receptionist

  • East Hanover, NJ (5 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (5 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Receptionist - Mon - Fri 8am-5pm

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job duties (* denotes an essential function) * Answer incoming calls, received on a multi-line phone system, in a cordial, professional and timely manner. Transfer calls to appropriate...

Receptionist

  • Mt Arlington, NJ (15 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mt Arlington, NJ (15 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Opportunity: The Resident Services Associate - Receptionist will be responsible for enhancing the living experience for our senior residents by providing exceptional concierge and reception...

Receptionist-Homecare VHS-FT TEMP

  • Woodland Park, NJ (13 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland Park, NJ (13 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Nail Salon Receptionist

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Madison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Bed of Nails NYC is looking for a Part Time Salon Receptionist to join our team. Schedule:Tuesday -Friday 4p-8:30p. Saturday 9a-8:30p We pride our businesses on an excellent level of customer...

Demographic Data for Madison, NJ

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Madison, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Madison, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
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 Madison, NJ
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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