Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Washington

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

  • Spokane, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 2 hours ago

[Busy Ophthalmology office in search of a full time Receptionist to join the front office team. Major duties include answering the telephone, scheduling patients for visits using advanced practice...

Medical Receptionist - Pediatrics

  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washingtons South...

Clinic Receptionist, Occupational Medicine

  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 23 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensure all incoming calls are promptly and courteously answered and customers are assisted in a friendly, professional manner....

Receptionist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago

Receptionist will answer all incoming calls while utilizing courteous customer service principles and representing the agency in the most professional manner possible....

Payroll Clerk/Receptionist

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago

Payroll Clerk/Receptionist needed for our busy construction office. Good attendance and attention to detail are essential. Must be computer literate, have excellent oral and written communication...

Dental Assistant/Receptionist

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago

Our beautiful, top rated, low stress dental office is looking for a REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT that would like to help in the front desk. Our hours are M, T, TH (~7:45-5:30 pm) and about 2...

Front Desk Agent - Hilton Motif Seattle

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

As a Front Desk Clerk, you would be responsible for checking in and checking out guests in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability....

Medical Receptionist

  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago

About Pulse Heart Institute MultiCares Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines....

Lead Receptionist - Martha & Mary

  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 1 day ago

Martha & Mary is seeking a full time Lead Receptionist for our Poulsbo location. Martha and Mary has been caring for children, seniors and families in Greater Kitsap for 134 years. Offering...

Receptionist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

we are looking for a front desk receptionist for a large company in downtown Seattle! You will be greeting guests, checking in customers, sorting mail, and other ad hoc tasks. If you are someone...

Receptionist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

guests, employees, and clients who arrive at the community and direct/assist accordingly Assist residents with questions and concerns Answer all phone calls promptly and address caller questions in a courteous...

Clinic Services Specialist 2 - Medical Receptionist

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago

Clinic Services Specialist 2 - Medical Receptionist US-WA-VANCOUVER Job ID: 24-38607 Type: Regular Full-Time Salmon Creek Medical Ctr campus Overview Clinic patients arrive with questions,...

Spa Front Desk Attendant

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Respond to all interactions in an efficient, courteous and professional manner to achieve maximum customer satisfaction and comfort....

Part Time Front Desk Agent

  • Auburn, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 1 day ago

Job reference: 000334 Salary: $17-19/hr Department: Rooms & Guest Services Operations Location: Springhill Suites Auburn (13535 Bowman Rd Auburn, CA 95603) Division: Hill Top Hospitality Hours Per Week...

Front Desk Guest Service Representative PT w/Benefits

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 2 days ago

Title: Front Desk Guest Service Representative PT w/Benefits Location: United States-Washington-Silverdale Job Number: 250001KV Join us as our next Guest Service Representative in Silverdale, WA at...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Front Desk Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Front Desk Attendant Jobs in Washington

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

Highest Education Level

Front Desk Attendants in Washington 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 Washington
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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