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Room Attendant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $24.00 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account with Company Match
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Sonesta Hotel Discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
company paid short term disability insurance
company paid long term disability insurance
Various Employee Perks and Discounts
Hospital Indemnity insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance

Job Description

Sonesta International Hotels is recognized as the 8th largest hotel company in the United States, boasting a diverse and rapidly growing portfolio. With over 1000 properties spread across eight countries, Sonesta offers an epic blend of full-service and focused hotels located in major cities, making the brand a significant player in the hospitality industry. The company operates a unique mix of owned, managed, and franchised properties, which allows it to maintain a broad presence in key markets where comfort, convenience, and luxury are paramount. Sonesta’s commitment to quality service driven by passion, loyalty, and authentic connections ensures that guests receive memorable experiences at every stay. This approach fosters an environment where both guests and employees thrive, continuously contributing to Sonesta’s growth and reputation in the hospitality world.

The Room Attendant role at Sonesta International Hotels is crucial to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness and customer service that define the brand. This position collaborates closely with the Housekeeping Management Team to ensure guest rooms and public spaces are meticulously cleaned and maintained according to brand standards. As a Room Attendant, you are expected to deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service, exemplifying professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to guest satisfaction. You will be responsible for a range of housekeeping tasks including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing bathrooms, and handling trash removal, while ensuring that all cleaning activities follow brand product and placement standards.

A typical day in this role involves interaction with guests where you will address any complaints or special requests promptly, ensuring corrective action is taken to uphold guest satisfaction. Additionally, you may be assigned duties related to laundry services, which include monitoring supplies, operating washers and dryers, inspecting linens for damage, and maintaining laundry inventory. Physical stamina is important for this position as duties require standing, bending, climbing, and carrying or lifting items that may weigh up to 75 pounds. The role also necessitates proficiency in using commercial cleaning chemicals safely and effectively.

Working hours for a Room Attendant at Sonesta are flexible and may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the hospitality industry's dynamic nature. The pay range for this role is between $24.00 and $26.00 per hour, which may be adjusted based on experience, skills, and overall job knowledge. Sonesta also emphasizes the importance of teamwork and seamless communication among staff members, promoting a collaborative work environment that benefits both employees and guests. Furthermore, the company complies rigorously with all federal, state, and local laws governing health and safety practices within its operations.

Sonesta International Hotels not only focuses on delivering superior guest experiences but also prioritizes the well-being and financial security of its employees. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with company matching, paid vacation and sick days, and many other employee-centric perks. This commitment makes Sonesta a preferred employer for those seeking a rewarding hospitality career in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand frequently, bend, climb, kneel, and move about the facility
  • Ability to carry, lift or pull items weighing up to 75 pounds
  • Willingness to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals
  • Willingness to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Some previous housekeeping experience preferred
  • Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred
  • Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred
  • Other languages beneficial
  • Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred

Job Duties

  • Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards
  • Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction
  • Clean and service assigned rooms or areas according to established standards and procedures including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, removing trash
  • Notify supervisor when service is completed so rooms may be sold or occupied
  • Report any room unable to be serviced to supervisor according to established procedures
  • When assigned to laundry, monitor laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order
  • Operate washers and dryers according to hotel standards and manufacturers' guidelines
  • Receive soiled linens and inspect for damaged or stained items
  • Fold and store clean linens, report damages to supervisor
  • Minimize waste of supplies and amenities within all areas of housekeeping
  • May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects
  • Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to supervisor
  • Handle all lost and found items according to established procedures
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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