House Attendant

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with Club

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 2%

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is seeking a House Attendant to support the Housekeeping Management Team on assigned floors, delivering clean linens and collecting soiled items, and assisting with public areas. The role emphasizes guest satisfaction and teamwork to maintain standards across our properties.

The position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Some previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English is preferred; other languages are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collect dirty linens and trash from rooms.
• Deliver linens and other supplies to Room Attendants.
• Clean other designated areas such as public restrooms, storage rooms, and other public area spaces.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and corridors to include removing trash, wiping down shelves/counters, sweeping, mopping, and/or vacuuming floors; and removing non-floor closet items and storing them in appropriate areas.
• Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Respond to special requests, guest complaints, and the delivery of housekeeping/room supplies to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Deliver lost and found items according to established procedures.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ). With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be. But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

The House Attendant (HA) works with the Housekeeping Management Team to assist Room Attendants on assigned floors or buildings by collecting dirty linens and transporting to the laundry area, delivering clean linens to Room Attendant carts, and retrieving trash throughout the hotel. Assisting with cleaning of public area spaces. Will be assigned special projects as assigned by the Housekeeping Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect dirty linens and trash from rooms.
• Deliver linens and other supplies to Room Attendants.
• Clean other designated areas such as public restrooms, storage rooms, and other public area spaces.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and corridors to include removing trash, wiping down shelves/counters, sweeping, mopping, and/or vacuuming floors; and removing non-floor closet items and storing them in appropriate areas.
• Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Respond to special requests, guest complaints, and the delivery of housekeeping/room supplies to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Deliver lost and found items according to established procedures.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Some previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English is preferred; other languages are beneficial.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred.
• Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals.
• Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these)
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.