Housekeeping Supervisor (Maternity Leave Contract)
Job Category: Supervisor
Requisition Number: HOUSE001489
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- Posted: April 30, 2025
- Full-Time
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To manage the administration and daily operation of the Housekeeping Department, ensuring cleanliness of guestrooms and public areas in the complex.
Role and Responsibilities
- Supervise and train all Housekeeping staff including Room Attendants, House Attendants, Uniform Attendants, Laundry Attendants, and Turndown Attendants.
- Work according to rotating schedules covering morning and afternoon shifts.
- Follow up and delegate extra duties beyond routine procedures and special instructions.
- Inspect guestrooms (vacant, checkout, and occupied) to maintain high standards of cleanliness and service quality.
- Ensure cleanliness in service areas, near guest lifts, and corridors.
- Report maintenance issues immediately and follow up accordingly.
- Maintain high grooming standards and ensure proper uniform and footwear are worn.
- Manage security of floor key cards and prohibit unauthorized access; report suspicious activities to Security/Risk Management.
- Follow Hotel X Toronto standards for handling guest complaints, compliments, and requests.
- Foster high morale among staff and commitment to guest satisfaction.
- Ensure staff wear appropriate uniforms and footwear daily.
- Coach, counsel, and discipline staff as needed, following HR procedures and with guidance from senior management.
- Conduct regular briefings and communicate effectively with staff.
- Inspect VIP rooms before guest arrival and rectify issues in OO or OS rooms daily.
- Adhere to policies and procedures outlined in the Associate Handbook.
- Handle chemicals properly and safely.
- Undertake additional duties and special tasks assigned by senior management.
- Ensure proper use of hotel equipment and maintain storage areas for cleanliness and safety.
- Calculate staffing needs, assign daily tasks, and monitor workload levels.
- Supervise cleaning activities, maintain standards, and ensure prompt service.
- Participate in meetings, inventory, and suggest operational improvements.
- Coordinate with other departments, monitor maintenance and safety procedures, and oversee inventory on carts and storage areas.
- Guide staff on personal and work-related issues and participate in departmental and in-house meetings.
- Meet guests to resolve complaints and respond to requests when necessary.
- Ensure health, safety, and fire procedures are followed.
- Participate in maintaining the aesthetic appeal of guest floors with indoor plants and floral arrangements.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in hotel operations; experience in a luxury hotel is a plus.
- Working knowledge of OPERA hotel system and procedures is preferred.
- Intermediate competency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
- High school diploma is an asset.
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Hotel X Toronto is committed to accommodating people with disabilities. Please inform Human Resources of any special requirements during the hiring process.
We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.