Public Area Attendant (Housekeeping Department)

Meili Resort Hotel Sdn Bhd; Semporna; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

MEILI Resort Hotel in Semporna, Sabah, is seeking a Public Area Attendant for the Housekeeping Department. The role involves cleaning and maintaining all public spaces to meet cleanliness and presentation standards, including lobbies, lounges, corridors and outdoor areas.

The position requires 1–2 years in housekeeping, basic English and Bahasa Malaysia; willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays. Based in Semporna, Sabah, with professional conduct and teamwork expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM qualification or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of working experience in housekeeping, preferably within a hotel, resort or hospitality environment.
• Experience in public area cleaning, vacuuming and general maintenance will be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, housekeeping equipment and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of all public areas within the resort to ensure cleanliness, hygiene and presentation standards are maintained.
• Clean and maintain the resort lobby, reception area, lounges, corridors, hallways, staircases and other common areas.
• Sweep, mop and vacuum floors, carpets, rugs and designated areas according to the daily cleaning schedule.
• Clean and sanitise public washrooms, toilets, sinks, mirrors and bathroom facilities regularly.
• Dust, wipe and polish furniture, fixtures, windows, decorative items and other surfaces.
• Maintain the cleanliness of restaurants, bars, function rooms, meeting areas and other guest facilities.
• Collect rubbish, empty waste bins and replace garbage bags regularly.
• Replenish tissue paper, hand soap, toiletries and other necessary supplies in public washrooms.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure all public areas are clean, tidy and presentable at all times.
• Clean and maintain outdoor areas, including walkways, resort entrances, poolside areas, beachfront surroundings and other designated facilities.
• Ensure proper handling, dilution and storage of cleaning chemicals in accordance with safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, mops and other housekeeping tools.
• Report maintenance issues, damaged facilities, safety hazards and lost and found items to the immediate supervisor.
• Place wet-floor signs and safety notices during cleaning activities to prevent accidents.
• Assist with the setup, cleaning and arrangement of function rooms, event spaces and special occasions when required.
• Ensure all cleaning duties are completed according to the resort's housekeeping SOPs and cleanliness standards.
• Assist other housekeeping team members when required to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Perform other housekeeping duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor or Management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Bahasa Malaysia

Basic English

Education

SPM or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Chemical handling

Job description

Public Area Attendant (Housekeeping Department)

Position: Public Area Attendant (Housekeeping)
Location: MEILI Resort Hotel, Semporna, Sabah

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of all public areas within the resort to ensure cleanliness, hygiene and presentation standards are maintained.

Clean and maintain the resort lobby, reception area, lounges, corridors, hallways, staircases and other common areas.

Sweep, mop and vacuum floors, carpets, rugs and designated areas according to the daily cleaning schedule.

Clean and sanitise public washrooms, toilets, sinks, mirrors and bathroom facilities regularly.

Dust, wipe and polish furniture, fixtures, windows, decorative items and other surfaces.

Maintain the cleanliness of restaurants, bars, function rooms, meeting areas and other guest facilities.

Collect rubbish, empty waste bins and replace garbage bags regularly.

Replenish tissue paper, hand soap, toiletries and other necessary supplies in public washrooms.

Conduct regular inspections to ensure all public areas are clean, tidy and presentable at all times.

Clean and maintain outdoor areas, including walkways, resort entrances, poolside areas, beachfront surroundings and other designated facilities.

Ensure proper handling, dilution and storage of cleaning chemicals in accordance with safety procedures.

Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, mops and other housekeeping tools.

Report maintenance issues, damaged facilities, safety hazards and lost and found items to the immediate supervisor.

Place wet-floor signs and safety notices during cleaning activities to prevent accidents.

Assist with the setup, cleaning and arrangement of function rooms, event spaces and special occasions when required.

Ensure all cleaning duties are completed according to the resort's housekeeping SOPs and cleanliness standards.

Assist other housekeeping team members when required to ensure smooth daily operations.

Perform other housekeeping duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor or Management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum SPM qualification or equivalent.

Minimum 1–2 years of working experience in housekeeping, preferably within a hotel, resort or hospitality environment.

Experience in public area cleaning, vacuuming and general maintenance will be an advantage.

Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, housekeeping equipment and chemical handling.

Physically fit and able to perform cleaning duties, including standing, bending, lifting and walking for extended periods.

Good attention to detail and a strong sense of cleanliness and hygiene.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsible, hardworking, punctual and willing to learn.

Able to communicate in Bahasa Malaysia and basic English.

Willing to work on rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.

Willing to be based in Semporna, Sabah.