PUBLIC SPACE HOUSEPERSON

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.50 - $14.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Uniform allowance
meal discounts

Job Description

Holiday Inn Express & Suites is a well-established hotel brand known for providing comfortable accommodations and excellent service to guests across the globe. Located at 7301 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs, MS, this particular Holiday Inn Express & Suites outlet prides itself on delivering a welcoming and clean environment for travelers visiting the area. The hotel is part of the expansive InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), which has a strong reputation for maintaining high standards in hospitality and guest satisfaction. As a hotel that caters to a wide variety of guests, including business travelers and vacationing families, Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers a range of amenities designed to ensure a pleasant and convenient stay.

The Public Area Attendant, or Public Space Houseperson, plays a crucial role in maintaining these standards by ensuring the cleanliness and organization of the hotel's lobby areas, public restrooms, hallways, stairwells, and other common spaces. This position is essential for creating a positive first impression on guests and sustaining the hotel's reputation for cleanliness and hospitality. The role also involves supporting the housekeeping team by performing Room Attendant duties when necessary, which helps to maintain efficiency and service quality throughout the property.

This full-time position requires an individual who can work flexible and sometimes long hours, including standing for entire shifts and occasionally lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The physical nature of the job calls for a candidate who is both energetic and attentive to detail. The Public Area Attendant must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to stay composed and objective under pressure, especially during busy periods.

In this role, the successful candidate will approach all encounters with guests and colleagues in a friendly and service-oriented manner, helping to foster a warm and inviting atmosphere in the hotel. They will be expected to comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety standards and proper use of communication tools like two-way radios. Handling lost and found items according to hotel standards and reporting maintenance issues promptly are also important responsibilities.

This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and customer-focused team dedicated to providing an outstanding hotel experience. While previous experience in the hospitality industry and a high school diploma or equivalent are preferred, the hotel values a positive attitude, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. A valid driver’s license specific to the state is required for this property, adding an additional practical qualification needed to succeed in this job.

Overall, working as a Public Area Attendant at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocean Springs is ideal for individuals seeking to contribute to a respected hospitality brand, gain valuable experience in hotel operations, and develop skills in guest services and facility maintenance. This role embodies the hotel’s commitment to clean, safe, and comfortable accommodations that meet and exceed guest expectations every day.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
  • must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • flexible and long hours sometimes required
  • ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently
  • ability to stand during entire shift
  • must be able to convey information and ideas clearly
  • must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations
  • must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • experience in a hotel or related field preferred
  • must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • ability to convey information and ideas clearly
  • ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
  • ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations
  • ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure
  • familiarity with housekeeping procedures

Job Duties

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner
  • maintain regular attendance in compliance with Expotel Hospitality Service standards
  • maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing proper uniform and nametag
  • comply with Expotel Hospitality Service standards and regulations for safe and efficient hotel operations
  • maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
  • be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests, managers, and employees
  • use proper two-way radio etiquette when communicating with other employees
  • practice safe work habits to ensure safety for guests, employees, and self
  • handle items for lost and found according to hotel standards
  • turn in all keys and assignment sheets to Housekeeping Office at the end of the shift
  • report maintenance issues to Housekeeping Supervisor or Manager
  • be familiar with correct guestroom cleaning procedures to assist if needed
  • deliver clean linen to assigned sections if necessary
  • pick up room attendant’s dirty linen or trash as needed
  • collect and dispose of trash from service landings according to hotel procedures before leaving
  • vacuum guest corridors
  • keep hallways, public areas, and closets neat and organized
  • maintain cleanliness and sanitation in public restrooms
  • adhere to schedule for project cleaning of public areas
  • maintain stairwells to hotel standards
  • keep ash urn clean and filled with sand
  • attend meetings or training as required by management
  • perform other duties as requested by management

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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