Hotel Housekeeper

Wichita, KS, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.00 - $16.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

uniform provided

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

training programs

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a reputable hotel committed to providing exceptional hospitality services to its guests. This hotel prides itself on its clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment, ensuring guests enjoy a pleasant stay. With a strong focus on customer service excellence and hospitality standards, the hotel offers a supportive and dynamic workplace for its employees. The team at this hotel works collaboratively to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction across all areas of the property.

The role of the Housekeeper is essential to the hotel's daily operations and overall guest experience. This position is responsible for performing all cleaning functions required to service designated suites and public areas during the shift. Working under the guidance and supervision of the Executive Housekeeper or Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeper plays a critical role in upholding the hotel's standards of cleanliness, safety, and guest satisfaction.

As a Housekeeper, you will be tasked with preparing housekeeping carts, handling cleaning agents safely, managing linen and trash removal, and ensuring all assigned guest suites and public spaces are clean, neat, and inviting. The role requires physical capability to perform cleaning duties such as changing bed linens, moving light furniture, and dusting overhead areas. A key aspect of this role is maintaining a professional and friendly demeanor at all times, as interaction with guests, management, and other hotel staff is frequent.

Safety is a top priority in this role, and adherence to all safety practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and handling of chemicals, is mandatory. Effective communication skills are essential for coordinating with other hotel departments and responding to guest requests promptly and courteously. This role also demands initiative, responsibility, flexibility, excellent time management, and the ability to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $14.00 to $16.00, reflecting the importance of the role within the hotel's operational team. Opportunities for professional development and participating in the hotel's events and meetings are also integral to the role, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and engagement within the workforce. Overall, this Housekeeper role provides a rewarding career opportunity within the hospitality industry for individuals dedicated to maintaining cleanliness and delivering outstanding guest service.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of hotel, housekeeping and hotel laundry operations required
Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
Long hours sometimes required
Exhibits initiative, responsibility and flexibility
Excellent time management skills
Friendly, cooperative manner and patience in dealing with customers and staff
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English both written and verbally
Ability to understand and follow directions, guidelines and work objectives
Understanding of the potential hazards and procedures involved in working with commercial cleaning agents and light machinery
Use common sense and integrity in ensuring security of guest belongings
Effective listening, understanding and clarifying guest and co-worker concerns

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of hotel, housekeeping and hotel laundry operations required
Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
Exhibits initiative, responsibility and flexibility
Excellent time management skills
Friendly, cooperative manner and patience in dealing with customers and staff
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English both written and verbally
Ability to understand and follow directions, guidelines and work objectives
Understanding of the potential hazards and procedures involved in working with commercial cleaning agents and light machinery
Use common sense and integrity in ensuring security of guest belongings
Effective listening, understanding and clarifying guest and co-worker concerns

Job Duties

Receives a list of rooms at the start of shift to identify rooms and public spaces to be cleaned during shift
Complete all pre-cleaning duties including guest supplies, cleaning supplies and linen for housekeeping cart set-up
Utilize both hands to perform cleaning tasks such as changing bed linens and scrubbing pots
Reach overhead to dust and clean tops of equipment and appliances
Move light furniture to clean under these items
Practice safe use of all cleaning agents
Follow all safety practices including wearing personal protective equipment and reading chemical warning labels