Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Elgin, TX

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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Receptionist

  • Pflugerville, TX (16 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pflugerville, TX (16 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

Receives client families and visitors at the front desk by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them courteously and appropriately....

Front Desk Coordinator II

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 7 hours ago

The vision of Smile Doctors is our people-first culture which creates an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to providing fun and encouraging relationships with each other and...

Spa Receptionist

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Medical Receptionist - Austin

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Must be self-directed and able to work independently Attention to detail a must Professional, calm and courteous demeanor Excellent verbal and written communication skills COMPUTER SKILLS Proficient...

Front Desk Agent

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

Courtyard Austin Northwest / Lakeline 12833 Ranch Road 620 North Austin, TX 78750 Hotel with 118 Rooms Managed By Globiwest Hospitality Paid Time off, Employer Discounts Apply Now Save this job...

Front Desk Agent

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

inform immediate supervisor of concerns and assist implementing corrective measure when necessary Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests Ensure all calls are answered in a courteous...

Receptionist

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Performs a variety of office duties and answers the agency phone in a courteous and pleasant manner....

Full-Time Front Office Agent - Carpenter Hotel

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

inform immediate supervisor of concerns and assist implementing corrective measure when necessary Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests Ensure all calls are answered in a courteous...

Front Desk Agent

  • Round Rock, TX (23 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Round Rock, TX (23 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Hospitality and Guest Service: Must have a desire to serve all guests. Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older to perform this job....

HH Medical Receptionist II

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Home Health - Austin Department: Equipment & Supplies-Austin Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 40 Summary: Provides receptionist/secretarial assistance...

Receptionist PRN (As Needed)

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 3 days ago

We treat everyone with courteous respect. We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner....

Front desk receptionist/Admin assistant needed- FULL time

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Front desk receptionist/Admin assistant needed- FULL time (Austin) compensation: DOE $18/HR+ employment type: job title: Front Desk/Admin Assistant Front desk receptionist/Admin assistant needed...

Clinical Operations Specialist - Medical Receptionist (Bi

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 4 days ago

At Mia Aesthetics, we are not just leading the way in plastic surgerywe're redefining it. Our goal is simple: to ensure everyone has access to the highest quality plastic surgery without the...

Receptionist Legal

  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX (24 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Administrative Assistant for Law Firm in Downtown Austin Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm Pay depending on experience Duties: Welcoming clients and visitors upon arrival at reception. Answering,...

Receptionist, Community Corrections

  • Del Valle, TX (18 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Del Valle, TX (18 miles from Elgin, TX)
  • 5 days ago

$17.08 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a...

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Elgin, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Elgin, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.4%
Bachelor's Degree
23.4%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
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 Elgin, TX
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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