Position: Housekeeper job
About: Responsible for thoroughly cleaning suites, replenishing guest amenities, linens, and other articles in suites in accordance with extended stay standards, cleaning and stocking Suite Attendant carts and linen/supply rooms. Provide exceptional customer service to all hotel guests, making their stay as comfortable and accommodating as possible while achieving team and Brand goals. Perform quality assurance (QA) requirements for department. Rotate linen changing in accordance with extended stay schedule. Thoroughly clean assigned rooms, i.e., sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, clean commode, clean mirrors and windows, change linens, make beds, clean iron caddy and empty water from iron. Maintain kitchen suite in accordance with extended stay standards. Check shower curtain for mildew, scum, and clean accordingly. Properly replace linen and guest amenities as needed. Clean and stock Suite Attendant carts and maintain in a presentable manner. Check for missing and/or damaged furniture, equipment, etc. and report it to the Head Housekeeper. Fill out and turn in work order to Head Housekeeper. Properly label lost and found articles and turn them in. Report maintenance problems in guest rooms immediately. Responsible for proper administration of key control for issued keys or keys left by guests in the suite. Maintain security for guests and property by keeping room doors locked at all times. Work in laundry area as necessary. Remain highly visible and be readily available for guests at all times. Take initiative to offer assistance or answer questions throughout the hotel. Willingness and ability to train new associates. Complete maintenance work orders and deliver to the supervisor in a timely manner. Thoroughly understand and implement the Brand service culture. Perform all shift checklist responsibilities. Support team members to ensure the team’s entire workload is completed daily. Perform other duties as required.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred; No previous required, but preferred. Ability to maintain confidentiality of business and financial matters and information related to the property, owner(s), partners, guests, associates, etc. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a courteous, tactful and patient manner with other associates, management, guests, vendors, suppliers, and other members of the general public conducting business with the property. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work in a fast-pace, high-energy and demanding work environment. Basic knowledge of hotel operations or ability to learn quickly. Ability to work as a team player with all levels of associates. Dedicated, hard-working, self-motivated. Practice safety standards at all times. Skilled in operation of tools and equipment. Complete knowledge of Emergency Equipment Manual, i.e., utility and water shutoff equipment, fire alarm system/panel and emergency procedures, etc.
Benefits: Prompt and regular attendance, Work flexible hours and/or overtime as required. The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and associates may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work and overtime as required., Comply with hotel and/or department uniform and professional behavior and appearance standards., Carry out all reasonable requests by team leaders and managers and act as a team player with all levels of staff., Participate in all mandatory job training and meetings. Adhere to property policies and procedures, the Employee Handbook, and/or other property documents. Immediately report any suspicious activities by guests or others.
