Executive Housekeeper

Hyatt Place Houston/The Woodlands; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Place Houston/The Woodlands is seeking an Executive Housekeeper to oversee the housekeeping department, ensuring top-tier cleanliness and presentation in guest rooms and public areas.

The role involves staff leadership, budget management, inter-department coordination, and maintaining brand standards to achieve guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Housekeeper or similar role in a hotel setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, supplies, equipment, and OSHA standards.
• Proficient in MS Office and hotel management software (e.g., Opera, PMS).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily housekeeping operations and ensure cleanliness to hotel standards.
• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate housekeeping staff; provide coaching.
• Manage supplies, linen inventory, and budget to support department needs.
• Respond to guest complaints and coordinate with front office for room status updates.
• Maintain records of schedules, inspections, inventory, and maintenance needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

OSHA standards

MS Office

Education

Hospitality management degree/diploma

Tools

Opera

PMS

Job description

Description

Executive Housekeeper

Job Code: #402030

Department: Rooms

Reports To: Director of Rooms/AGM/GM

FLSA: Exempt

Job Summary:

The Executive Housekeeper is responsible for overseeing the housekeeping department, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces. This leadership role includes managing staff, controlling budgets, coordinating with other departments, and upholding the hotel’s brand standards and guest satisfaction goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management:

• Supervise daily operations of the housekeeping department.
• Ensure rooms and public areas are cleaned and maintained to hotel standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and laundry facilities.
• Implement procedures for lost and found items, linen handling, and sanitation.

Staff Management:

• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate housekeeping staff.
• Assign tasks and ensure optimal staffing levels for efficient operations.
• Provide ongoing coaching and development to team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and labor regulations.

Inventory and Budget Control:

• Manage supplies and linen inventory; place orders as needed.
• Monitor housekeeping expenses and assist in budget preparation.
• Implement cost control measures without compromising service quality.

Guest Service:

• Respond promptly to guest complaints and requests.
• Ensure all housekeeping staff uphold excellent customer service standards.
• Work closely with the front office to coordinate room status updates.

Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of schedules, inspections, inventory, and maintenance needs.
• Prepare reports on department performance, occupancy, and housekeeping status.
• Collaborate with other departments, including maintenance, F&B, and HR.

Education & Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of housekeeping supervisory experience in a hotel environment.

Work Conditions:

• Fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Requires standing, walking, and physical activity throughout shift.
• May require weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; additional details will be specified by the direct supervisor. The associate may also perform other reasonable business duties assigned by their direct supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Proven experience as an Executive Housekeeper or similar role in a hotel setting.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Knowledge of cleaning procedures, supplies, equipment, and OSHA standards.

Proficient in MS Office and hotel management software (e.g., Opera, PMS).