Housekeeping Inspector

Columbia, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $15.00 - $17.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

100% employer-paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

short-term disability insurance

accident and critical illness insurance

401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions

Employee Referral Program

hotel discounts

paid time off (PTO)

performance-based bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Supportive and friendly work environment

Job Description

Candlewood Suites Columbia-Ft. Jackson, located at 921 Atlas Rd, Columbia, SC 29209, is a distinguished member of the Maya Hotels family, a leading hospitality group dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences across multiple well-respected hotel brands. Maya Hotels operates a diverse portfolio, including Holiday Inn Express, Candlewood Suites, avid Hotel, Tru, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Aloft, all committed to upholding high standards of service, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. With its focus on employee growth and community values, Maya Hotels fosters a supportive and friendly work environment where employees can thrive and develop professionally.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma
minimum 2 years of experience in housekeeping or hotel inspection
strong attention to detail
effective leadership and communication skills
ability to manage guest relations
strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and weekends
physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods
able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs
capable of frequent bending, reaching, and handling cleaning equipment

Job Qualifications

High school diploma required
hospitality or housekeeping management certification is a plus
2+ years in housekeeping or hotel inspection roles
ability to identify cleanliness and maintenance issues with precision
ability to train, mentor, and manage housekeeping staff effectively
strong ability to coordinate with front office and management to meet guest needs
ability to think clearly under pressure and make quick, effective decisions
willingness to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

Monitor housekeeping expenses by controlling the use of supplies and reducing waste
conduct monthly inventory checks of housekeeping supplies and linens
assist in managing department costs to ensure financial efficiency
train housekeeping and porter staff to uphold cleanliness and service standards
assist management in evaluating team performance based on brand and company guidelines
assign and oversee housekeeping tasks, ensuring that daily cleaning schedules are followed
live and demonstrate the Maya Hotels core values in all interactions
conduct ongoing staff training to improve efficiency and service quality
inspect guest rooms, corridors, and public spaces daily to ensure they meet company cleanliness standards
assist in cleaning areas that do not pass inspection to maintain guest satisfaction
ensure that lost-and-found items are properly logged and stored securely
manage special guest requests, such as early check-ins or special accommodation
coordinate with the front office staff to fulfill guest needs efficiently
identify and report maintenance issues in guest rooms and public areas
ensure housekeeping carts and storage areas are well-stocked and organized
monitor working conditions and report any safety hazards or concerns
maintain accurate records of inspections, inventory, and housekeeping performance
stay prepared for emergencies, following fire and evacuation procedures as required
support sustainability efforts by participating in hotel recycling initiatives

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