Hotel Housekeeper - Microtel Newark

Indus Hospitality Group; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking dedicated Hotel Housekeepers to join their team. This role is vital for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of guest rooms, ensuring that every visitor enjoys a pleasant stay. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence, punctuality, and teamwork. With opportunities for growth and development, this position offers a chance to be part of a supportive work environment that values respect and flexibility. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Must be able to read simple words and communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of assigned guest rooms and public areas.
• Change linens, clean bathrooms, and ensure guest supplies are replenished.
• Report maintenance needs and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Less than High School Education

Job description

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Description

Indus Hospitality Group's mission is developing, empowering, and supporting success in our employees. At the core of our brand we stand for Growth, Loyalty, Respect, and Flexibility. We offer a career, not just a job. Over the last four decades, we have grown substantially through commitment to the region and communities we serve, helping fuel regional economic development with commerce and employment. We believe success is earned, teamwork matters, hard work should be recognized, and diversity celebrated. There is always something new to learn, and innovation is supported.

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Indus Hospitality Group owns and operates more than 70 properties, primarily hotels and restaurants in the Rochester, Finger Lakes, and Western New York regions. The team has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Dunkin' Brands Rising Star of the Year, Microtel Inn & Suites Franchisee of the Year, Hilton Lighthouse Award, Best Western Champion Customer Care Award, and TripAdvisor Awards for Excellence.

Reports To

Hotel Executive Housekeeper

Summary

Responsible for the overall cleanliness of assigned guest rooms, ensuring standards are met while providing professional service to all guests.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized supply cart.
• Sort, count, fold, mark, or carry linens.
• Change linen and make beds.
• Sweep, scrub, and mop floors.
• Dust furniture and fixtures.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash.
• Vacuum carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies.
• Move furniture, hang/remove drapes, roll carpets as needed.
• Replenish guest room supplies.
• Ensure beds are made with fresh linens.
• Ensure bath towels are clean and stain-free.
• Tag and turn in lost and found articles.
• Inspect rooms for maintenance needs and report deficiencies.
• Clean lobby, lounge, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways.
• Replace light bulbs as needed.
• Deep clean assigned guest rooms and replenish amenities.

Competencies

Demonstrate punctuality, ability to work alone or with others, follow instructions, respond to management, follow policies, ensure safety, handle customer situations, resolve problems, make decisions, contribute to team spirit, treat others with respect, maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively, and continuously improve skills.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: Up to one month of related experience or training; less than high school education or equivalent.

Language Skills: Ability to read simple words and communicate professionally.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add/subtract numbers up to 100.

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense to carry out simple instructions; deal with standard situations.

Physical Demands

Must regularly lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; ability to move, traverse, and operate equipment.

Work Environment

Exposure to chemicals, dust, odors, fumes; environment open to the public; moderate noise level.

Additional Information

This list is not exhaustive; responsibilities and conditions may change as needed.

Salary: $16-$18 per hour

Job Industries

• Hotel & Hospitality

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing