Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Suffern, NY

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

  • Pelham, NY (22 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pelham, NY (22 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities Maintains front desk/reception area, keeping it neat and...

Medical Office Receptionist

  • Cornwall, NY (19 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cornwall, NY (19 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Pay rate: $18 - $20 per hour High School diploma or equivalent required. Ability read, write and communicate in English. Some experience in physician office environment strongly preferred. Typing,...

Hotel Guest Service Representative (Full-Time)

  • Wayne, NJ (14 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wayne, NJ (14 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Guest Services Representative/Front Desk Agent is the face of the hotel, and provides superior service to all guests....

Medical Receptionist - Neurology - Physician Practice

  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 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...

Receptionist/ Security

  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Nursing Home looking for fulltime Receptionist. Afternoon and night shifts available. Fulltime benifits with health insurance and 401K. please send a resume.

Insurance Verification/Medical Receptionist

  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Same Day Surgery Center is in search of a professional, reliable, presentable & extremely courteous individual who will be responsible for insurance verification and other front desk duties such as...

Medical Receptionist

  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities Maintains front desk/reception area, keeping it neat and...

Receptionist/Registration Coordinator

  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago

ASC Columbia is seeking a FT Receptionist/Registration Coordinator Receptionist/Registration Coordinator needed for busy, multispecialty ASC. United Surgical Partners International is a company...

Customer Service Representative

  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are a broadline distributor delivering quality food, service and custom solutions to foodservice operators and restaurants throughout the New York, New Jersey and Conneticut markets. We will be...

Recruiter/Receptionist

  • Secaucus, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Receptionist/Recruiter Location: Secaucus, NJ Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories...

Receptionist for hair salon

  • Cresskill, NJ (15 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cresskill, NJ (15 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Salon Q2 is a premiere, upscale and lively salon that provides excellent service with a dedication to detail. We are currently seeking an experienced receptionist.... Looking for an energetic -...

Dental Receptionist

  • Montclair, NJ (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Dental Receptionist (Upper Montclair, Nj) Bellevue Avenue Dental Associates 203 Bellevue Avenue compensation: Compensation will be based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level...

Medical Receptionist /Biller

  • North Bergen, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Growing Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Clinic looking for knowledgable medical biller with excellent customer service skills to join our dynamic medical team. Experienced with ICD-10 and CPT codes,...

Medical Receptionist (Temp) FlexStaff

  • Mount Kisco, NY (20 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (20 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Performs diversified secretarial duties supporting management and/or a physician. Responsibilities: Performs diversified secretarial duties including, but not limited to: Typing various forms of...

Medical Receptionist - Pediatrics - NEMG

  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,...

Demographic Data for Suffern, NY

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Suffern, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY
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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