The job in short
Head housekeeper.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-30
- Location as listed
- KS, United States
- Role
- Hotel / Housekeeping
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Role Purpose
Supervise and inspect the work of assigned room and/or public area attendants to ensure product quality standards are met and that optimum service is provided to hotel guests according to hotel and company business objectives.
Key Accountabilities
• Assist with scheduling and room assignments to ensure proper coverage.
• Monitor performance and recommend disciplinary action in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their respective job duties.
• Inspect all assigned areas to ensure furnishings, guest rooms/suites, equipment, linens, and public areas are clean and in good repair to meet guest satisfaction. Advise employees of deficiencies and instruct on corrective action. Provide adequate retraining as needed.
• Inspect storage rooms and room attendant carts for neatness, cleanliness, adequate supplies, and good repair.
• Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Control expenses and minimize waste within all areas of housekeeping.
• Complete all paperwork and closing duties such as filling out supply requisitions, maintenance request forms, and updating log books, etc.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• May perform all housekeeping duties necessary including makings beds and vacuuming and cleaning guest rooms to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Report, turn in, and/or log all lost and found items according to established procedures.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years housekeeping experience, preferably in a hotel of similar size and complexity, including some supervisory training/experience. Must speak fluent English.
This job requires ability to perform the following:
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds and pushing and or pulling approximately 200 pounds
• Frequently standing up and moving about the facility
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility
• Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when compiling departmental records, logs, or paperwork.
• Basic mathematical skills are used occasionally.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
The hourly pay rate for this role is $19.50.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision
insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees
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