House Person

Spire Hospitality LLC; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire Hospitality LLC is seeking a dedicated hotel housekeeping support role in Goleta, CA. You will help maintain cleanliness of guest corridors, foyers, and public areas, assisting room attendants to uphold high standards.

The position pays $19/hour with potential for varying schedules, including nights and weekends as needed by the hotel. Candidates should be able to lift up to 100 lbs and follow safety procedures. Previous janitorial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of stain removal and chemical cleaning agents.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push or pull heavy equipment up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Ability to learn hazardous chemical training standards.
• Basic ability to understand English for safety and security instructions.

Responsibilities

• Stock linen closets with amenities and supplies for room attendants; may include taking supplies to room attendants.
• Empty room attendant carts of soiled linen and trash.
• Clean and remove spots from corridor walls and door; polish mirrors and elevator doors.
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop hallways, stairwells, vending areas, and foyers.
• Flip mattresses and move furniture as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist room attendants with removal of trash and linen during high occupancy turnover.
• Assist carpet cleaner with relocation of furniture; respond to guest questions and provide directions.
• Provide instruction for guest and employee safety in emergencies.
• Other duties such as assisting room attendants or lobby attendants when requested.

Skills

Stain removal

Cleaning chemicals

Heavy lifting

Instruction following

Hazardous materials

English comprehension

Job description

Along Highway 1, our boutique hotel is 15 minutes from beaches, hiking trails, and downtown Santa Barbara. Reach the airport, Amtrak station, and University of California-Santa Barbara in less than 10 minutes. We're a short drive from Sandpiper Golf Club, Lake Los Carneros, and Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove.

Job Overview

Ensure cleanliness of guest floor corridors, foyers, stairwells, and public vending areas, and assists room attendants in order to maintain high standards of quality.

Compensation

Compensation: $19/Hour.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Stock linen closets with amenities and supplies for room attendants; may include taking supplies directly to room attendants.
• Empty room attendant carts of soiled linen and trash.
• Clean and remove spots from corridor walls and door. Polish and clean mirrors, room numbers on guest room doors, and elevator doors.
• Vacuum, sweep, and/or mop hallways, stairwells, vending areas, and foyers.
• Flip mattresses and move furniture as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist room attendants with removal of trash and linen from guest rooms during high occupancy turnover.
• Assist carpet cleaner with relocation of furniture. Respond to guest questions. Provide guest assistance, directions, and information as requested.
• Provide instruction and/or guidance for guest and employee safety in fire or other emergency situations.
• Other duties as assigned such as assisting room attendants or A.M. lobby attendants when requested.

Specific Job Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of stain removal and chemical cleaning agents, and operation of different types of equipment.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push or pull heavy equipment, and stand for extended periods of time. Lifting may include equipment or furniture weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Ability to learn and apply hazardous chemical training standards during new hire introductory period.
• Basic ability to comprehend the English language sufficient to understand and communicate information for reasons such as safety and security; for example, product safety labels and emergency instructions.

Other Expectations

• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. This includes nights, weekends and/or holidays.
• All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).
• Employee is always required to take on the responsibility and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as determined by position and duties.
• Complies with health and safety rules, regulations and procedures to maintain a safe environment.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Previous janitorial experience preferred.
• Additional language ability preferred.
• Spire Hospitality participates in E-Verify

Behaviors

• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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