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 - Physician Practice

  • Fort Lee, NJ (21 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (21 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 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 in...

Urgent Hiring For Receptionist Paying $20/hr

  • Pleasantville, NY (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities Greet clients, vendors, and visitors professionally and courteously. Answer and route incoming calls using a multi-line phone system....

Medical Receptionist

  • Rye Brook, NY (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rye Brook, NY (23 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 13 hours 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

  • Chester, NY (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chester, NY (16 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Our client, a dynamic and innovative organization, is seeking a Receptionist to join their team. As a Receptionist, you will be part of the administrative support team, ensuring smooth operations...

Guest Service Agent

  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Guest Service Agent Greet, register and service guests in a friendly and courteous manner according to hotel/brand and sustainability standards....

Guest Services Rep Part Time-104020

  • Ramsey, NJ (5 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Ramsey, NJ (5 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 22 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....

Pediatric Urgent Care - Front Desk Associate (Part-Time) Nanuet, NY

  • Nanuet, NY (5 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nanuet, NY (5 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Summary The Front Desk Associate role is an...

Receptionist

  • Ossining, NY (14 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ossining, NY (14 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Medical Receptionist - South Yonkers

  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 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...

Medical Receptionist - Physician Practice

  • Fort Lee, NJ (21 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (21 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...

Guest Services Agent AM/PM

  • Saddle River, NJ (6 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saddle River, NJ (6 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Location Residence Inn Saddle River 7 Boroline RdSaddle River, NJ 07458 Overview The Guest Service Agent is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • West New York, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West New York, NJ (24 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Temporary part time position to cover maternity leave from September 29th through March 6th hours 10-5 very pleasant but busy law firm (6 people) located in business district of West New York...

Behavioral Health Clinical Receptionist

  • Spring Valley, NY (3 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring Valley, NY (3 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location: SPRING VALLEY, NY Position Type: Regular Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly Job Shift: Full Time Description Position Summary: We are looking for a compassionate and...

Information & Guest Services Representative

  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from Suffern, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The **Information & Guest Services Representative** is responsible for welcoming guests, responding to requests for visitor passes, providing directions to Medical Center services, answering questions...

Medical Receptionist

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

Who We Are Total Sono provides OB/GYN ultrasound services, led by a network of board certified MFM consultants and backed by a team of certified ultrasound technologists, patient care liaisons and...

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
36.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.5%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
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 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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