Front Desk Attendant Jobs in New Jersey

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 - Allergy - Physician Practice

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • moments 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...

Dental Receptionist

  • Matawan, NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Matawan, NJ
  • 17 hours ago

dental receptionist (Matawan) compensation: $24 employment type: job title: receptionist Full time from 8:30 -5pm,M-F start salary $24 Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job...

Receptionist Chiropractic Physical Therapy

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Receptionist Chiropractic Physical Therapy (jersey city) Liberty Chiropractic 590 newark ave near Oakland compensation: To be discussed at interview-competitive employment type: experience level:...

Guest Relations / Receptionist

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Guest Relations / Receptionist Monday-Friday 9am-5pm The GRS supports the all departments by providing excellent customer relations support, promptly handling calls, assist with basic questions,...

Customer Service Representative

  • Somerville, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Somerville, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

Excellent opportunity - position is located in Bridgewater/Raritan*** We are seeking a Customer Service Representative to join our team! This individual will be responsible for handling heavy...

Bilingual Spanish Dental Receptionist

  • Newark, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Adecco is seeking a Bilingual Spanish Dental Receptionist for a client based in Newark, NJ. Apply today for immediate consideration! Pay rate: $25/hr Duration: 6-12 months, with possible extension...

Senior Receptionist & Switchboard Operations MS Onsite

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Onsite) Additional Pay Details: Compensation range is $22.00 - $24.00 per hour Position Profile Serve in a senior-level capacity to uphold a professional image of the company by delivering prompt, courteous...

Medical Receptionist

  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Edgewater, NJ
  • 1 day ago

About Our Company We're 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...

Medical Receptionist - Grove Street

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 1 day ago

About Our Company We're 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...

Dental Office Receptionist- M,W,F

  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 1 day ago

PEDIATRIC DENTAL RECEPTIONIST M,W,F (Ocean, NJ) Immediate Position for a Dental Receptionist for Pediatric Dentist M,W,F in Oakhurst, NJ, Monmouth County. Be the first smiling face our patients...

Remote Receptionist Earn $95K$125K + Full Benefits & Bonus

  • Emerson, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Emerson, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Remote Office Receptionist Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available Compensation: $95,000 $125,000 per year + Full Benefits & Performance Bonuses Were looking for a motivated and...

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Dental Receptionist M,W,F

  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakhurst, NJ
  • 1 day ago

PEDIATRIC DENTAL RECEPTIONIST M,W,F (Ocean, NJ) Immediate Position for a Dental Receptionist for Pediatric Dentist M,W,F in Oakhurst, NJ, Monmouth County. Be the first smiling face our patients...

Receptionist

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Acknowledge and greet patients upon arriving and leavingRespond to patient questions and/or concerns and escalate if neededAnswering telephones, schedule and confirm appointments and manage front...

Front Desk Coordinator - Wall Township, NJ

  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Wall Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking for a company you can grow your career with and advance in? Are you goal oriented, self-motivated & proactive by nature? Do you have a passion for health and wellness and love...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Vauxhall, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Vauxhall, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Must be proficient in Mircosoft Office and Google Docs Responsibilities: + Guest services Welcome guests, employees, and clients who arrive at the office and clarify the purpose of their visit and who...

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.9%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
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 New Jersey
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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