Housekeeper

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitization, and order in various settings, including residential homes and commercial spaces. This role requires a strong commitment to providing exceptional service and ensuring a welcoming environment for all clients. The Housekeeper will work an 8-hour shift from Monday-Friday (9am-5pm) with half-days on Saturdays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean and tidy all guest rooms, hallways, common areas, fitness center, and dining facilities
• Dust and polish various surfaces and furniture
• Vacuum, sweep and mop floors
• Empty trash bins
• Change linens and towels
• Pick up and deliver guests’ laundry and linens
• Immediately report any issues requiring maintenance
• Communicate with Housekeeping Manager to prioritize room “flips”/resets
• Audit rooms and common areas
• Notify Housekeeping Manager of room availability
• Report suspicious activity/items to Housekeeping Manager

Customer Service:

• Knock and announce Housekeeping presence prior to room entry; return at a later time if room is occupied
• Ability to demonstrate discretion and respect of guests’ privacy
• Communicate “special orders” pertaining to laundry services to laundry service attendant

Other Duties:

Please Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND DEMANDS:

The physical demands/conditions described below represent those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Continuous standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending over, twisting, pulling, and pushing
• Lifting up to 25 lbs. – any weight above this will require a second person to assist
• Exposure to industrial cleaning products
• Exposure to various noise levels

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must demonstrate ability to follow policies and procedures established in the Company’s Employee Handbook and contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating harmoniously with co-workers and management.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Previous housekeeping or comparable experience in the hospitality industry
• Sufficient education and literacy are needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in basic English

KEY SKILL SET:

• Self-motivated and thorough
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive
• Ability to problem solve and recommend solutions.
• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of guests
• Ability to perform consistent work independently to achieve standards set forth by The Orchard

EQUIPMENT AND APPLICATIONS:

Working knowledge of general maintenance and cleaning equipment.

BENEFITS:

1 week of sick pay (available immediately).

NOTE: A pre-employment background check and drug screen will be administered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Shift:

• ~8 hour shift M-F
• ~4 hour shift on Saturdays

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Wallis, TX 77485 (Required)

Work Location: In person