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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Front Desk Coordinator

  • COMO
  • Kirkland, WA
  • moments ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • moments ago

Join COMO as a Front Desk Coordinator and be the welcoming face of our vibrant Italian inspired restaurant. We're looking for an experienced host/front desk professional to manage our dining room...

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Ticket Agent - Pierce County Ferry

  • Hornblower Group
  • Steilacoom, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Steilacoom, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Provide outstanding guest service Present professional level of customer service and appearance to all clients, both internal and external....

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Guest Service Representative II (Flex)

  • Navy Exchange Service Command
  • Marysville, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Reconciles shift transactions of all accounts and outlets of the property ensuring complete balancing while maintaining guest service at all times....

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Full Time Guest Services Agent- WorldMark Deer Harbor

  • Travel + Leisure Co.
  • Deer Harbor, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Deer Harbor, WA
  • 8 hours ago

HOUSING AVAILABLE _ Furnished Onsite Studio Housing Available @ $450 per month for the right fulltime candidate (no pets) How Youll Shine: As a Guest Services Associate, your friendly welcome, excellent...

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Front Desk Agent (Seasonal) Friday Harbor House

  • Columbia Hospitality
  • Friday Harbor, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Friday Harbor, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Support the Guest Services and the Front Office team with financial and service-related tasks to create unique and meaningful experiences for guests who can’t wait to return....

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Front Desk Agent (Full-Time) Outlook Inn

  • Columbia Hospitality
  • Eastsound, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Eastsound, WA
  • 16 hours ago

Support the Guest Services and the Front Office team with financial and service-related tasks to create unique and meaningful experiences for guests who can’t wait to return....

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Guest Services Rep Full Time-104010

  • Extended Stay America
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 17 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....

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Guest Services Agent Part-Time

  • Stonebridge Companies
  • Pullman, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pullman, WA
  • 1 day ago

City, State: Pullman, Washington The Residence Inn Pullman is looking for a weekend Part-Time Guest Services Agent to complete our Award Winning Team!...

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Guest Service Representative - $22.96 - $23.96/ hr

  • Seatac, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seatac, WA
  • 1 day ago

Seattle, WA 98188 Guest Service Representative The Skybridge Seattle Airport Hotel is seeking a Guest Service Representative to join our team....

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Guest Service Representative

  • Nothing Bundt Cakes
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 2 days ago

services representatives as Joy Creators!...

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Front Desk Agent (Part-Time) The Grove, West Seattle Inn

  • Columbia Hospitality
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Support the Guest Services and the Front Office team with financial and service-related tasks to create unique and meaningful experiences for guests who can’t wait to return....

In Person Part Time

Front Desk Agent Icicle Village Resort

  • Columbia Hospitality
  • Leavenworth, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Leavenworth, WA
  • 2 days ago

Support the Guest Services and the Front Office team with financial and service-related tasks to create unique and meaningful experiences for guests who can’t wait to return....

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Front Desk Agent (Full-Time) Hotel Leo

  • Columbia Hospitality
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 2 days ago

Support the Guest Services and the Front Office team with financial and service-related tasks to create unique and meaningful experiences for guests who can’t wait to return....

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Guest Service Representative

  • Hollander Hospitality
  • Everett, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 3 days ago

Delta Hotels by Marriott Seattle Everett 3105 Pine Street Everett, WA 98201 GUEST SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE The Delta Hotels by Marriott Seattle Everett is seeking a Guest Service Representative to join...

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Evening Receptionist

  • Leisure Care, Inc.
  • Redmond, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 4 days ago

If you're looking for a job that goes beyond the basics to deliver purpose and joy, you'll find it here! Welcome to Leisure Care, where employees inspire today's older adults to embrace joy and...

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Demographic Data for Washington

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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
34.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
Associate's Degree
15.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.1%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
3.6%
Some High School
1.9%
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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