Housekeeping

UNITED SERVICE COMPANY; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

United Service Companies is hiring a Part Time Service Worker (UPR - Rock River Bridge Hotel) in Rockford, IL. The role covers housekeeping duties, cleaning guest rooms and public areas, and restocking supplies with attention to safety and standards.

The position emphasizes guest satisfaction, teamwork, and reliable performance in a hospitality setting. Applicants should be able to stand and move for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs, with a flexible, part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Excellent people skills with a positive, outgoing personality.
• Ability to perform basic duties efficiently.
• Role: Housekeeper/ Room Attendant.
• Follow all hotel standards, policies, and procedures.
• Team oriented and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to handle obstacles professionally and communicate solutions.

Responsibilities

• Make beds, vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, and polish in guestrooms and public areas.
• Clean bathrooms according to procedures in guestrooms and public areas.
• Ensure rooms are cleaned and stocked to standards.
• Report repairs, damages, or defects to managers.
• Restock housekeeping stations and manage supplies as needed.
• Adhere to safety and chemical handling guidelines.

Skills

People skills

Diligence

Housekeeping

Teamwork

Independence

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Cleaning experience

Hospitality industry experience

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Part Time Service Worker UPR - ROCK RIVER BRIDGE HOTEL, Rockford, IL, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $16.50 Hourly

Position Purpose

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the hotel and providing customers with quality service in a timely and friendly manner. Responsibilities vary but may include: routine cleaning of the public areas of the hotel, daily cleaning of guestrooms, weekly or monthly deep cleaning of assigned areas, restocking housekeeping stations, assistance with washing, drying, and folding of linen and terry, and delivering service items to guest rooms upon requests from the front desk.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as making beds, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing in hotel guestrooms and/or public areas.
• Clean entire bathroom area according to established procedures in hotel guestrooms and/or public areas.
• Ensure all rooms are cleaned and stocked according to standards.
• Protect equipment and make certain there are no inadequacies.
• Be attentive to all guests' needs.
• Notify superiors on any repair and maintenance issues, room damages, or other physical deficits.
• Bring all items found in vacant rooms immediately to the Manager or Supervisor.
• Report the status of rooms as they are completed to the Manager or Supervisor.
• Handle reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience.
• Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate.
• Return equipment and supplies to the proper storage areas.
• Strictly adhere to rules regarding health and safety including safe handling of cleaning chemicals and knowledge of any company-related safety and security practices.
• Perform other tasks or projects as needed.

Minimum Required Technical Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent people skills possessing a positive, outgoing, and naturally curious personality.
• Ability to perform basic duties in an efficient manner.
• Housekeeper/ Room Attendant
• Ability to follow all Hotel standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work productively with other employees as part of a team.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle obstacles in a positive and professional manner and to effectively communicate these problems, along with suggested solutions.

Education/Certifications/Licensure

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous cleaning experience.
• Experience in hospitality industry.

Language Skills

Average reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English Language.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands and environmental factors 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.
• Ability to continuously stand and walk.
• Occasional sitting for completion of paperwork.
• Ability to push/pull cart as needed.
• Ability to accommodate cleaning duties by moving or pushing a 50 lb. objects.
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 lbs.
• Standing and walking is continuous for 4-5 hours at a time.
• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and ascending and descending stairs are repetitive movements.

United Service Companies is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment extends beyond preventing discrimination and harassment; it’s about creating an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. We believe in the power of our people, the ideas they bring, and what we can accomplish together.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all state & federal requirements, it is the policy of United Service Companies to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. United Service Companies also provides reasonable accommodations as required under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) for limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruitment Team 813-425-1985.