Room Attendant - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

InterContinental Hotels Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room discounts

IHG benefits

Training programs

Job summary

InterContinental Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated Room Attendant to join our Housekeeping team. You will clean and prepare guest rooms to luxury standards, replenish amenities, and ensure rooms are well presented and ready for arrival. Your eye for detail and focus on guest comfort will contribute to memorable stays.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a positive service mindset. Flexibility for shifts, including weekends, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping experience in a hotel preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and high cleanliness standards.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Basic English communication skills; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare guest rooms to InterContinental brand standards.
• Make beds, change linens, clean bathrooms, dust and vacuum.
• Replenish amenities, towels, linen, and supplies.
• Ensure rooms are presented and ready for arrival within required timeframes.
• Report maintenance issues and lost and found items as needed.
• Maintain equipment and trolleys in clean condition.
• Follow safety procedures for handling chemicals.
• Assist with deep-cleaning and other housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Support respectful interactions with guests and colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hospitality mindset

Time management

Teamwork

English communication

Job description

At InterContinental Abu Dhabi, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences through genuine hospitality, exceptional standards, and attention to detail. We are currently looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented, and service-focused Room Attendant to join our Housekeeping team.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

As a Room Attendant, you will play an essential role in creating a comfortable, clean, and welcoming environment for our guests. Every beautifully prepared room contributes to the overall guest experience, and your attention to detail will help ensure our guests feel relaxed and well cared for throughout their stay.

• Cleaning and preparing guest rooms according to InterContinental brand and hotel standards.
• Making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming, and ensuring all areas of the room are thoroughly cleaned.
• Replenishing guest amenities, towels, linen, and other room supplies as required.
• Ensuring guest rooms are well presented, organized, and ready for arrival within the required timeframe.
• Checking room equipment, fixtures, and facilities and promptly reporting any maintenance requirements.
• Identifying and reporting lost and found items in accordance with hotel procedures.
• Respecting guest belongings, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
• Responding to guest requests in a warm, courteous, and timely manner.
• Ensuring housekeeping trolleys, equipment, and supplies are maintained in a clean and organized condition.
• Maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards in assigned corridors and service areas.
• Following established procedures for handling linen, amenities, cleaning materials, and chemicals safely.
• Reporting any unusual circumstances, safety concerns, or damages to the appropriate supervisor.Working closely with Housekeeping Supervisors, Front Office, Engineering, and other departments to ensure rooms are prepared efficiently.
• Supporting deep-cleaning activities and other Housekeeping requirements when needed.
• Following all hotel health, safety, hygiene, and security procedures.
• Using hotel supplies and resources responsibly to minimize waste.
• Maintaining professional grooming and presentation standards at all times.
• Demonstrating IHG values through positive and respectful interactions with guests and colleagues.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience as a Room Attendant, Housekeeping Attendant, or in a similar role, preferably within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Previous experience within a luxury or international hotel would be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• A positive, responsible, and hardworking approach.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• The ability to complete assigned rooms efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
• A genuine commitment to guest service and hospitality.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a diverse team.
• An understanding of basic housekeeping, hygiene, and safety procedures.
• The ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, bending, and handling housekeeping equipment throughout the shift.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Basic English communication skills; additional languages would be an advantage.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the teamthe room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeingframework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever‑growing global family.