
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
401(k) retirement plan
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Sonesta Hotel Discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Short term disability insurance
long term disability insurance
Employee perks and discounts
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Job Description
Sonesta International Hotels is one of the largest and fastest-growing hotel companies in the United States, proudly holding the position of the 8th largest hotel company in the country. With a diverse collection that includes full-service and focused hotels, Sonesta's brand spans major cities and is rapidly expanding its footprint. Their portfolio is uniquely varied, consisting of owned, managed, and franchised properties, ensuring a prominent presence in the hospitality industry. This dynamic growth and diverse property portfolio reflect Sonesta's commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and superior service standards across more than 1,000 properties in eight countries and counting.\n\nThe company is recognized for its human-centered approach to hospitality, where the focus is not only on providing quality and value but also on fostering genuine connections through service with passion and loyalty with purpose. Sonesta International Hotels cultivates an environment where hospitality is elevated, experiences are memorable, and every guest feels truly welcomed. This ethos is captured in the company mantra "Together We Thrive," emphasizing collaboration, quality, and exceptional service delivery across its global locations.\n\nWithin this vibrant organization, the role of Room Attendant (RA) is vital in maintaining the high standards Sonesta sets for cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and overall service quality. The Room Attendant works closely with the Housekeeping Management Team to ensure guest rooms and public space areas are thoroughly cleaned and maintained in line with Sonesta’s rigorous brand time, product, and placement standards. Additionally, the role often involves responsibilities in the commercial laundry facility, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to health and safety regulations.\n\nThis position is essential to the guest experience, as the Room Attendant contributes to creating a clean, inviting, and safe environment that reflects Sonesta's commitment to hospitality excellence. The role requires consistent dedication to delivering the Sonesta Service in all guest interactions, responding promptly and effectively to guest complaints and requests, and ensuring corrective action is taken to maintain complete guest satisfaction. A Room Attendant must be diligent in performing routine cleaning tasks, including bed making, dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing bathrooms, and more, all while maintaining a keen awareness of guest needs and property standards.\n\nIn addition to standard housekeeping duties, the Room Attendant plays an important role in monitoring laundry operations, inspecting linens, operating washers and dryers, and minimizing waste of supplies and amenities to support sustainable housekeeping practices. Through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management, the Room Attendant fosters teamwork and consistent service quality. This position is not only about cleaning but also about promoting a positive guest experience, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and upholding Sonesta’s core values and service promise.
Job Requirements
- 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
- Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility
- Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds
- Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals
- Will be required to work mornings, evening, 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
- Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred
- Ability to handle physical work demands including lifting and standing for extended periods
- Familiarity with commercial cleaning chemicals and safety procedures
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Job Duties
- Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to 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
- 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
- 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
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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