Luxury Hotel Executive Housekeeper — Lead & Elevate

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Employee discount on IHG hotels

F&B discount at partner hotels

Epassi benefits

Career development and growth

Job summary

The Amstel Hotel, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, seeks an experienced Executive Housekeeper to lead the Housekeeping department and uphold the highest standards of luxury and service in Amsterdam.

You will coach and develop a diverse team, optimise operations, and ensure guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces reflect the Amstel’s heritage and contemporary elegance while maintaining safety and sustainability commitments.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in Housekeeping within a luxury hotel or comparable high-end hospitality environment, preferably in a senior leadership position.
• Proven experience in leading, coaching, and developing a diverse team, with the ability to inspire colleagues and establish clear expectations.
• A strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards and the ability to translate these into consistently outstanding operational performance.
• A commitment to training, colleague engagement, and continuous improvement.
• A good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Relevant hospitality education or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire the Housekeeping team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Maintain exceptional cleanliness and presentation of rooms, suites, and public spaces.
• Collaborate with Front Office and other departments to tailor guest experiences.
• Conduct regular inspections and implement improvements to uphold standards.
• Oversee linen, amenities, cleaning products, and equipment inventory.
• Support budget management, cost control, and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Luxury hospitality standards

Training & development

English proficiency

Education

Hospitality education

Job description

The Amstel Hotel, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, seeks an experienced Executive Housekeeper to lead the Housekeeping department and uphold the highest standards of luxury and service in Amsterdam.

You will coach and develop a diverse team, optimise operations, and ensure guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces reflect the Amstel’s heritage and contemporary elegance while maintaining safety and sustainability commitments.