Housekeeper

Buchan and London Recruitment; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency in Kirkwall is seeking a maintenance and cleaning staff member to ensure cleanliness and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include cleaning corridors, guest rooms, and common areas, along with reporting maintenance issues. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning corridors, lobbies, and other common areas.
• Reporting maintenance issues and safety hazards.
• Responding to guest requests for amenities.
• Preparing and maintaining cleaning carts.
• Following cleaning and safety procedures.
• Dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing guest rooms.
• Changing bed linens and restocking toiletries.

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Area maintenance: Cleaning corridors, lobbies, and other common areas, and emptying trash bins.
• Reporting and communication: Reporting any maintenance issues, damages, or safety hazards to management.
• Guest service: Responding to guest requests for extra amenities or other needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Stocking and preparation: Preparing and maintaining cleaning carts with necessary supplies and linens.
• Adherence to standards: Following established procedures and standards for cleaning, sanitation, safety, and security.
• Cleaning guest rooms: Dusting surfaces, vacuuming, mopping floors, and sanitizing bathrooms.
• Linen and amenity management: Changing bed linens, replacing towels, and restocking guest toiletries, beverages, and supplies.