Executive Housekeeper

Stonebridge Companies; Linwood (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO

Job summary

Stonebridge Companies in Fort Lee, New Jersey, is seeking an Executive Housekeeper to manage all housekeeping operations, ensuring high cleanliness standards and guest satisfaction. The role oversees staffing, scheduling, training, and inventory management, while collaborating with the General Manager to control costs and implement departmental programs.

The position reports to the General Manager, requires 5+ years in a supervisory housekeeping role, and a strong background in budgeting and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a supervisory role within housekeeping.
• Experience budgeting and inventory management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of housekeeping and laundry departments.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate housekeeping staff.
• Plan and organize cleaning schedules for guest rooms, public areas, and back‑of‑house spaces.
• Develop staff schedules within budgeted labor guidelines to maximize productivity.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Monitor and manage housekeeping supplies and inventory, placing orders as needed.
• Collaborate with maintenance for timely repairs and upkeep.
• Coordinate with front desk on room status updates and clean room availability.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

MS Office

Housekeeping software

Attention to detail

Budgeting

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Hospitality degree preferred

Tools

Housekeeping software

Job description

Location and Salary

City, State: Fort Lee, New Jersey

Title: Executive Housekeeper

Location: Fort Lee, New Jersey

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Status: Full-Time

Reports to: General Manager

Supervises: Housekeeping Department

Pay Range: Salary range - $60,000

Job Summary

The Executive Housekeeper is responsible for managing all aspects of the housekeeping department, ensuring high levels of cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency throughout the hotel. This role oversees staffing, scheduling, training, and inventory management, while also collaborating with the General Manager to maintain service standards, control costs, and implement departmental programs.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Manage daily operations of the housekeeping and laundry departments.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate housekeeping staff.
• Plan and organize cleaning schedules for guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Develop staff schedules within budgeted labor guidelines to maximize productivity.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Monitor and manage housekeeping supplies and inventory, placing orders as needed.
• Collaborate with the maintenance department for timely repairs and upkeep.
• Monitor guest service scores and address cleanliness or service issues promptly.
• Oversee departmental budget planning and control costs.
• Coordinate with the front desk on room status updates and clean room availability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Implement deep cleaning and preventive maintenance programs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory role within housekeeping, preferably in a hotel environment.
• Proven experience managing housekeeping operations, including staff supervision, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and housekeeping management software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness standards.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to handle guest complaints professionally.
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

Work Environment

Requires standing, walking, bending, and stooping for extended periods. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. regularly, with frequent handling of housekeeping carts, cleaning supplies, and equipment. Full-time position with a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition.

All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date.

This position will no longer be available 30 days from: 2026-09-05

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are visionaries in the hospitality industry, fueled by innovation and precision, and guided by our core values, which are Courage, Vigilance, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity, and Empowerment.

As a privately owned hotel management company, we are committed to providing experiences and opportunities for our guests to create lifelong memories through travel.

Managing a portfolio of over 160 hotels across the United States, we offer extensive growth opportunities for our partners and investors, and exceptional hospitality career opportunities for our team members.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date.

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.