Housekeeper

Description:

Position Summary:

The Housekeeper is responsible for support and service to the Housekeeping Department and guest requests. The housekeeper will ensure cleanliness throughout the entire hotel, including: front and back of house, guest hallways, restrooms, public areas and outside common areas and doorways. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to communicate effectively and the demonstrated ability to bend, lift, stand and walk for extended and repeated periods of time.

Essential Functions

• Respond to request from guest and other departments
• Stock housekeeping carts with room supplies and transport carts to assigned areas
• Enter guest rooms following procedures
• Replace amenities and supplies in rooms.
• Replace dirty linens and towels
• Check all appliances are present in room and in working order
• Dust, polish and remove marks from walls and furnishings
• Vacuum carpets in guest rooms and hallways
• Follow all company, safety and security policies and procedures
• Report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents or injuries
• Ensure professional appearance at all times
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Job Specifications

• Ability to handle stress under pressure
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and move continuously during work hours
• Must be to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 (fifty) pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience preferred