Housekeeping

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Educational assistance

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Room Attendant to maintain clean, welcoming guest rooms and public spaces, ensuring every stay meets our People People standard. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys an active, fast-paced hospitality environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality cleanliness and guest-focused service.

You will collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, Laundry, and Engineering to support smooth operations and guest satisfaction, while following safety and

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping, hotel, hospitality, cleaning, janitorial, or guest service preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and service guest rooms, suites, bathrooms, hallways, and hotel areas per brand standards.
• Replace linens, towels, amenities, and guest supplies, keeping rooms refreshed and guest-ready.
• Inspect rooms for cleanliness, maintenance concerns and readiness during shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness of housekeeping carts, storage closets, linen areas, and workspaces.
• Report maintenance issues, lost and found items, safety concerns, and room status promptly.
• Respond professionally to guest requests and service needs throughout the day.
• Follow sanitation standards, chemical handling procedures, and safety policies at all times.
• Support deep cleaning, inspections, VIP arrivals, and special housekeeping tasks.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping leadership, Front Office, Laundry, and Engineering for smooth operations.
• Help create clean, welcoming spaces aligned with Sonesta's People People philosophy.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hospitality service

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

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

Clean, comfortable, and welcoming guest rooms are at the heart of every great stay - and our Room Attendants help create those experiences every single day. As a Room Attendant, you'll help ensure guest rooms and hotel spaces are spotless, refreshed, and ready to welcome guests with the warmth and care that defines our People People culture.

This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys staying active, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about hospitality - we'd love to meet you.

What you'll be doing

• Clean and service guest rooms, suites, bathrooms, hallways, and assigned hotel areas according to hotel brand standards and operational procedures.
• Replace linens, towels, amenities, and guest supplies while ensuring rooms are refreshed, organized, and guest-ready .
• Inspect guest rooms for cleanliness, presentation, maintenance concerns, and operational readiness throughout shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of housekeeping carts, storage closets, linen areas, and operational workspaces.
• Report maintenance issues, lost and found items, safety concerns, and room status updates promptly and accurately.
• Respond professionally and courteously to guest requests and housekeeping service needs throughout the day.
• Follow sanitation standards, chemical handling procedures, hotel safety policies, and operational guidelines at all times .
• Support deep cleaning projects, room inspections, VIP arrivals, and special housekeeping assignments as needed.
• Partner closely with Housekeeping leadership, Front Office, Laundry, and Engineering teams to support smooth hotel operations and guest satisfaction.
• Help create clean, welcoming, and comfortable spaces that deliver memorable guest experiences aligned with Sonesta's People People philosophy.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What great looks like

• Previous housekeeping, hotel, hospitality, cleaning, janitorial, or guest service experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness, organization, and presentation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Strong time management, reliability, and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, sanitation standards, chemical handling, and hotel safety practices preferred.
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and service-focused mindset.
• Ability to communicate professionally with guests, team members, and hotel leadership.
• Flexible availability including mornings, weekends, holidays, and operational support as needed.
• A passion for hospitality, teamwork, cleanliness, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

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.