Executive Housekeeper

Accor Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking an Executive Housekeeper to lead their housekeeping operations in a luxury beach resort in Abu Dhabi. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and service excellence, overseeing everything from guest room readiness to team leadership. With a focus on sustainability and operational efficiency, the Executive Housekeeper will implement best practices and contribute to a high-performing, inclusive team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant impact in a prestigious setting.

Benefits

Global employee discounts

Access to training and leadership development

Opportunities for global mobility

Participation in CSR initiatives

Work in a luxury beach resort

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in luxury hotel housekeeping.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise housekeeping and laundry operations.
• Ensure guest rooms meet luxury standards.
• Manage budgets and control costs effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Budget Management

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Hospitality Management

Master's in Hospitality Management

Tools

Hotel Management Systems

MS Office

Job description

Bachelor of Hotel Management (Hotel Management)

Job Details

• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Hospitality
• Function: Housekeeping
• Vacancy: 1
• Salary: Negotiable
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Current Location: Any

Job Description

Role Overview: The Executive Housekeeper oversees all housekeeping functions, including laundry, floral arrangements, cleanliness of front and back-of-house areas, ensuring luxury service through high standards, team leadership, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and supervise housekeeping, laundry, and communication operations.
2. Ensure guest rooms, including VIP and turn-down services, meet standards.
3. Oversee floral arrangements and maintenance of public areas and entrances.
4. Maintain cleanliness of back-of-house and utility spaces.
5. Manage inventory, linens, uniforms, and equipment.
6. Coordinate with suppliers and manage pest control schedules.
7. Implement HACCP procedures relevant to housekeeping.
8. Promote sustainable practices in waste and energy management.
9. Conduct inspections with engineering and maintenance teams.
10. Oversee budgets and control costs, identifying savings.
11. Manage Lost & Found records and guest item returns.
12. Inspect VIP accommodations and ensure personalized services.
13. Collaborate across departments for smooth operations.
14. Ensure readiness and responsiveness to guest needs.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in luxury hotel housekeeping.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in developing SOPs and procedures.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Budget management and operational cost optimization.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP and sustainability practices.
• Proficiency in hotel management systems and MS Office.

Benefits

• Global employee discounts with Accor's benefit card.
• Access to Accor Academies for training and leadership development.
• Opportunities for global mobility within Accor's hotel network.
• Participation in CSR initiatives like Planet 21.
• Work in a high-performing, inclusive team at a luxury beach resort in Abu Dhabi.