Housekeeping Team Leader

Hilton; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in Dubai is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader responsible for overseeing housekeeping operations and delivering exceptional guest service. This role includes managing housekeeping/laundry standards, training team members, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures. The ideal candidate has experience in a managerial role and demonstrates strong leadership qualities. The company is committed to providing remarkable hospitality experiences to guests worldwide.

Qualifications

• Housekeeping/laundry experience in hotel/leisure in a managerial capacity.
• Proficiency at a basic level with computers.
• A high level of commercial awareness and cost control capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing Housekeeping/Laundry operations.
• Ensure high operating standards as per hotel brand standards.
• Monitor the performance of all Housekeeping Team Members.
• Provide excellent guest service.

Skills

Housekeeping/laundry experience in a managerial capacity

High level of commercial awareness

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Excellent leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of Workplace Health Safety

Education

High school certificate or equivalent

Tools

Property Management Systems

Job description

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

What are we looking for

A Housekeeping Team Leader serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Housekeeping/laundry experience in the hotel/leisure/retail sector in a managerial or supervisory capacity
• A high school certificate or equivalent
• High level of commercial awareness and cost control capabilities
• Proficiency at a basic level with computers and computer programs including Microsoft Office
• Excellent leadership interpersonal and communication skills
• Committed to delivering high levels of customer service
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Knowledge of Workplace Health Safety and Hygiene is essential
• Strong communication skills
• A passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Familiar with Property Management Systems
• Experience managing a department and Profit and Loss account
• High level of IT proficiency

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

What will I be doing

A Housekeeping Team Leader you will be responsible for assisting with overseeing housekeeping operations to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Executive Housekeeper will also be required to assist the Executive Housekeeper/Housekeeping Manager and monitor standards. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist with overseeing Housekeeping/Laundry operations
• Operate within departmental budgets through effective stock and cost controls and well managed schedules
• Support departmental targets and objectives work schedules budgets and policies and procedures
• Ensure consistently high operating standards in every area of Housekeeping and Laundry as identified by the hotel brand standards
• Perform routine inspections of all Housekeeping areas and report any issues to the Executive Housekeeper
• Implement effectively all Housekeeping policies and procedures including Health and Safety and security
• Monitor the appearance standards and performance of all Housekeeping Team Members with an emphasis on training and team work
• Ensure team members have an up-to-date knowledge of all room categories and amenities
• Assist the Executive Housekeeper to maintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas and with external customers and suppliers
• Ensure staffing levels cover business demands
• Ensure ongoing training to support the Executive Housekeeper
• Ensure communication meetings are conducted
• Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Support managing training and developing the team
• Deputise in absence of the Executive Housekeeper
• Provide excellent guest service
• Assist other departments wherever necessary

Required Experience

Manager