Housekeeping Manager

IBIS; Chennai District; On-site; INR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor in Chennai, India. You will lead and develop the housekeeping team, ensuring high cleanliness standards across guestrooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, staff assignments, recruitment, and compliance with health and safety regulations, while coordinating with other departments to enhance guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of leadership experience in Housekeeping.
• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and manage the housekeeping team with clear communication and training.
• Conduct daily inspections of guestrooms and public areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Oversee deep cleaning programs and assign tasks for smooth workflow.
• Recruitment, onboarding, evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Issue daily staff assignments and manage Lost and Found system.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Reliability

Team player

Guest focus

Education

Hospitality management degree/diploma

Job description

Company Description

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/. Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Job Description

• Lead, supervise, and manage the housekeeping team by providing clear communication, comprehensive training, coaching, and constructive performance feedback to ensure maximum efficiency and staff development
• Conduct daily inspections of all guestrooms, public areas, exterior spaces, and back-of-house areas to maintain the highest cleanliness standards and ensure compliance with organizational policies
• Monitor and oversee the completion of deep cleaning programs, assign tasks strategically, and ensure smooth workflow throughout the department
• Manage staff recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions while maintaining transparent and empathetic communication with all team members
• Issue daily assignments to staff, review special requests and priority areas, and manage the Lost and Found system to ensure optimal coordination and guest satisfaction
• Control inventory by issuing supplies and goods to staff at the beginning of shifts, ensuring adequate resources are available while managing expenses effectively
• Respond promptly to guest questions and requests, providing assistance, direction, and information to enhance the guest experience
• Ensure strict compliance with accident prevention programs, health and sanitation regulations, and quality assurance standards to maintain a safe and clean environment
• Analyze operational data, identify areas for improvement, and recommend and implement procedural changes to enhance efficiency and service quality
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate services and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• At least 1-2 years previous leadership experience in Housekeeping Department
• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times