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HOSPITALITY & FOOD SERVICE

Head Receptionist

Lead the front desk team to ensure exceptional guest experiences and effective coordination across services in a luxury hotel.

28 000 – 60 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
28 000 – 35 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
36 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
46 000 – 60 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often through roles such as receptionist or customer service representative, with progression based on experience and demonstrated leadership skills.

Training — United States

The role typically requires a high school diploma with possible additional certifications in hospitality or customer service.

Practical experience is highly valued.

The job market — United States

Head Receptionists are commonly employed in hotels, corporate offices, and healthcare facilities.

The demand is steady with some growth in hospitality and healthcare sectors.

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