House Attendant

Sonesta International Hotels; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hospitality organization as a House Attendant, where your role is essential in creating amazing experiences for guests. This position involves maintaining cleanliness and organization in guest rooms and common areas, ensuring that every detail meets high standards. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to providing excellent service and support, enhancing guest satisfaction at every turn. If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference and be part of a team that values quality and creativity in service.

Qualifications

• Must be attentive, friendly, and courteous to guests and team members.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas according to established standards.
• Respond to and fulfill guest requests with professionalism.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of linen rooms and storage closets.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Customer Service

Education

Housekeeping Experience in Hotels

Job description

Join to apply for the House Attendant role at Sonesta International Hotels

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Job Description Summary

The Housekeeping House Attendant sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests. The role’s primary responsibility is to maintain and clean guest room floors. The Housekeeping House Attendant is also responsible for maintaining housekeeping supply closets and storage rooms. The Housekeeping House Attendant shall provide attentive and courteous service to guests, assist guests with inquiries, and ensure their stay with Sonesta is filled with Amazing Moments.

Work Environment

• Guest rooms, hotel corridors, and supply rooms with potential for guest facing contact.
• Must be able work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.

Expected Hours of Work

• Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).
• Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.

Education And Experience

Housekeeping experience in hotels preferred.

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Clean and maintain assigned areas according to established Sonesta standards and procedures including; dusting, vacuuming, disinfecting, sanitizing, removing trash, sweeping, mopping and polishing.
• Deliver clean linen and collect dirty linen from assigned areas.
• Prepare and deliver roll-a-way beds.
• Receive and store housekeeping supply inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of linen rooms and storage closets.
• Respond to and fulfill guest requests.
• Provide support and assistance to Room Attendants.
• Notify supervisor on any damages, defects, needed maintenance repairs and disturbances.
• Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience.
• Handle all lost and found items according to established procedures.
• Display professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Adhere to all housekeeping procedures and company policies.
• Attend departmental pre-shift and mandatory meetings.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Qualifications And Skills

• Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Prioritization and time management skills.
• Able to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Go Beyond @SonestaHotels

Who We Are

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality. We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.