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House Attendant (Evening Availability)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.75 - $16.25
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
inclusive work environment

Job Description

Located in the historic Hippee Building in downtown Des Moines, Surety Hotel is a distinguished establishment that celebrates the city’s rich history while paving the way for a bright future. This hotel is housed in a beautifully restored 1913 Beaux-Arts landmark building and proudly operates as part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. Surety Hotel combines independent character with world-class hospitality, offering a unique blend of classic charm and contemporary luxury. With 137 guest rooms and suites, vibrant communal gathering spaces, and onsite dining at Mulberry Street Tavern, this hotel is not just a destination for travelers but also a source of pride for the City of Certainties.

The House Attendant position is an evening availability role reporting directly to the Housekeeping Manager, classified as a non-exempt position. The role is an integral part of the housekeeping team, responsible for maintaining the exceptional cleanliness and organization of guest rooms and public spaces throughout the hotel. This position demands meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to upholding the hotel's high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction.

Working at Surety Hotel means more than performing routine cleaning duties. It requires a deep appreciation of both the art and science involved in caring for hotel rooms and ensuring an environment that exceeds guest expectations. The House Attendant enjoys the quiet focus of completing their work independently but also understands the importance of teamwork and collaboration. They take pride in preparing rooms that not only meet hygiene standards but also offer comfort and a welcoming atmosphere to guests and fellow team members alike.

At Aparium Hotel Group, which encompasses Surety Hotel, teamwork and mutual respect are core principles. Housekeeping teams are encouraged to build transparent and trusting relationships with colleagues and other departments within the hotel, fostering a culture where humility, open-mindedness, and collaboration replace ego and competition. The House Attendant role offers an opportunity to work alongside professionals united by a common goal – to deliver a superior guest experience rooted in intuitive service and hospitality.

This role offers a rewarding chance for individuals passionate about hospitality and cleanliness to become part of a reputable hotel brand that values people, place, and character. Employees are held in high regard and offered ongoing support through feedback and development sessions with housekeeping leadership, ensuring continued growth and excellence in their work. The House Attendant is expected to uphold health, safety, and sanitary guidelines strictly while working efficiently and respectfully with equipment and workspaces.

The evening shift availability offers flexibility for candidates needing that schedule and provides a dynamic work environment where developing skills and contributing to a seamless guest experience are central. This role is ideal for dedicated, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in their work and thrive in a setting where collaboration and transparency drive success. Finally, Surety Hotel and Aparium Hotel Group are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds without discrimination, and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.

Job Requirements

  • Passion for the importance of cleanliness
  • Initiative to learn and pride in those we serve
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques
  • Safety procedures and requirements
  • Conversational proficiency of the English language
  • Adaptable interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry with assistance up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods

Job Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety procedures and requirements
  • Conversational proficiency of the English language to receive and execute verbal and written communication and direction
  • Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address employees at all levels of the hotel
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time to meet high volume business
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs. to transport carts, cleaning supplies, linen, equipment
  • Ability to lift, balance and carry (with assistance) up to 100 lbs. to transport mattresses, inventory, equipment
  • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods to clean and organize the guest rooms, spaces, storage, equipment

Job Duties

  • Uphold and role model the company’s principles of People, Place, and Character while embodying values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
  • Adhere to the prescribed departmental sequence of service and practice proper safety protocols while cleaning guest rooms, stocking linen and terry, and completing assigned checklists
  • Collaborate with housekeeping leadership, demonstrating a united front as a team committed to providing the best possible guest experience
  • Take pride in your work, strictly adhering to health, safety, and sanitary guidelines
  • Work in an organized fashion following the sequence of service with the utmost respect for your equipment and workspace
  • Demonstrate a professional sense of urgency while in the guest rooms and public space to provide a thoughtful guest experience by keeping spaces clean and well organized
  • Foster open lines of communication within the department by actively participating in daily line ups and monthly housekeeping all staff meetings, maintaining a transparent dialogue among the team to voice ideas and concerns, while course-correcting any missed opportunities

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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