Assistant Executive Housekeeper, Luxury Hotel

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NH Collection Dubai The Palm is seeking an Assistant Executive Housekeeper to support the overall housekeeping operations. You will assist the Executive Housekeeper in maintaining high cleanliness standards, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.

The role requires 3–5 years in upscale hotel housekeeping, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of housekeeping experience in upscale or luxury hotel.
• Strong leadership, team management and organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of housekeeping operations, room inspections, inventory and cost control.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent command of English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Previous UAE or Middle East hospitality experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Housekeeper in managing daily housekeeping operations and ensuring brand and service standards.
• Supervise and inspect guest rooms, apartments, public areas and back-of-house areas to maintain cleanliness and presentation.
• Coordinate daily manpower planning, duty rosters and team deployment according to occupancy and requirements.
• Coach and develop housekeeping team members to maintain high performance and service standards.
• Coordinate with Front Office and Engineering for timely room readiness and maintenance issue resolution.
• Respond promptly to guest requests, feedback and housekeeping concerns.
• Monitor linen, uniforms, supplies, cleaning materials and equipment; manage inventory and costs.
• Support budgeting, productivity monitoring and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, health, safety, hygiene and security requirements.
• Support deep-cleaning, preventive maintenance and room inspection programs.
• Promote sustainability initiatives and responsible use of resources.
• Assist with team performance, training, engagement and departmental administration.
• Assume responsibilities in the absence of the Executive Housekeeper.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Hospitality management degree

Job description

NH Collection Dubai The Palm is seeking an Assistant Executive Housekeeper to support the overall housekeeping operations. You will assist the Executive Housekeeper in maintaining high cleanliness standards, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.

The role requires 3–5 years in upscale hotel housekeeping, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.