Executive Housekeeper Phenix City, AL

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Housekeeper to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. As the Executive Housekeeper, you will oversee the cleanliness and safety of the hotel, manage team performance, and ensure that every guest feels valued and cared for. Your leadership will help foster a culture of excellence within the housekeeping department, making a significant impact on guest satisfaction. If you are energetic, friendly, and have a knack for creating stellar experiences, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of executive hospitality experience preferred.
• Must have excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleanliness and guest satisfaction in the hotel.
• Manage team performance and conduct training for housekeeping staff.
• Prepare budgets and manage expenses for the Housekeeping Department.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Bilingual Communication Skills

Computer Knowledge

Ability to Follow Directions

Physical Ability to Lift 40 lbs

Excellent Written and Oral Communication

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Are you friendly and enjoy “rolling out the red carpet” to guests? Do you enjoy creating stellar guest experiences? Are you a team player that is energetic, friendly, and professional? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to deliver excellent customer service? The Executive Housekeeper oversees the cleanliness of our hotel establishment while responding to our guest needs, ensuring safety and security of hotel rooms, and maintaining inventory and controlling costs. The Executive Housekeeper participates in the selection process and provides training to the Housekeeping Department to promote “top-notch” experiences for our guests. The Executive Housekeeper is the perfect example of exemplary performance for team members to follow.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for preparing a monthly forecast for the Housekeeping Department with other departments to ensure no disruption to our guests; plan work schedules and room assignments for team members; participate in the recruiting and selection process of newly hired team members; responsible for performance planning and evaluation of newly hired team members; monitors team members' performance to provide performance appraisals; maintain personnel records to ensure accuracy.
2. Responsible for supervision and essential training of the newly hired team members in all aspects of housekeeping including guest services; ensure team members are familiar with duties and responsibilities, as well as the overall expectation of the Housekeeping Department; ensure team members are familiar with company policies; responsible for conducting guest satisfaction inspections of public areas, guest rooms, corridors, restrooms, as well as laundry personnel to ensure proper functioning.
3. Assist with preparation of annual budget for the Housekeeping Department and manage expenses and budget; responsible for cleaning supply orders, linen par stockings, and chemicals; maintain inventory of supplies and ensure team members follow inventory/cost control procedures; implement and understand the hotel’s key control system.
4. Responsible for tracking lost and found goods and ensure team members are aware of the procedure; processing guest complaints, taking proper care/maintenance of equipment; conduct meetings with team members as needed; ensure uniforms of team members are presentable and meet the company expectations.
5. Reinforce and maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness to ensure guest expectations are achieved; assist with emergency and security procedures if and when needed; promote good safety practices within the hotel establishment of team members and guests; understanding of applicable laws which apply to housekeeping supplies and chemicals; monitor preventive maintenance program to protect physical assets of the hotel establishment.
6. Perform other tasks as necessary or required to meet or exceed guest satisfaction.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1. High-school graduate or equivalent and a minimum of one year of executive hospitality experience (preferred).
2. Excellent customer service skills.
3. Bilingual communication skills (preferred).
4. Computer knowledge and/or experience (preferred).

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

1. Previous experience in the hospitality industry (preferred).
2. Previous experience as an Executive Housekeeper (preferred).

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Ability to follow directions and delegate in a fast-paced environment.
2. Additional training (as required).
3. Must be flexible to work varied schedules.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Ability to listen attentively.
6. Must have the physical ability to walk, bend, and stand for long periods.
7. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
8. Must adhere to grooming and appearance standards in alignment with uniform.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

1. Ability to express compassion while remaining composed; ability to remain calm and focused while working under pressure.
2. Promote the property by demonstrating a “top-notch” attitude toward our guests which includes anticipating the guests' needs – be proactive.