Housekeeping Manager

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Vacation

Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in Los Angeles seeks a Housekeeping Manager to lead housekeeping and laundry operations, uphold quality standards, and safeguard inventories. The role centers on guest satisfaction, cost control, and team leadership across the department.

Responsibilities include scheduling, budgeting input, safety and sanitation adherence, training staff, and coordinating with other departments to ensure pristine guest rooms and public areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; five years in housekeeping with supervisory training.
• Experience in full-service hotel preferred.
• English fluency; Spanish helpful.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily housekeeping and laundry operations to meet quality standards.
• Prepare weekly staff schedules and manage labor costs.
• Set and monitor budgets, payroll, and productivity goals.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and guest room cleanliness.
• Lead and develop housekeeping team; conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Housekeeping Manager (HM) works within the department to supervise the housekeeping and laundry operation to ensure product quality standards are met and that optimum service is provided to hotel guests according to hotel and company business objectives. In addition to keeping the entire hotel clean, the Housekeeping Manager is responsible for maintaining a neat and organized housekeeping and laundry area and is responsible for the security of the hotel linen and supplies inventory. The Housekeeping Manager’s focus on guest and associate satisfaction, expense control and product quality and will lead to their contribution to the overall goals of the hotel.

What you’ll be doing

The Housekeeping Manager sets the tone for Sonesta’s Culture of Caring. We expect leaders to focus on creating amazing moments for guests and team members and dig deep to find ways to create success for their team. Sonesta managers are guest-focused (both internal and external) and achievement-oriented leaders. The Housekeeping Manager is responsible for the oversight of the Housekeeping Department. The role’s primary responsibilities are to ensure all guests receive quality service and a clean & safe environment throughout their stay. In this role, the Housekeeping Manager is expected to promote and implement property-wide strategies that will increase guest satisfaction, reduce employee turnover, maintain revenue and payroll budgets, meet and exceed productivity goals.

Operational/Functional

Manage day-to-day operations to ensure the quality and standards are meeting the expectations of the guests and employees. Ensure cleaning and servicing of rooms and housekeeping areas according to established Sonesta standards including walk throughs and inspections of housekeeping space and public areas. Establish and maintain inventory of supplies and operating equipment including cost control measures. Compile and report accurate status of guest rooms to front office. Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Ensure all Sonesta safety and sanitation standards are adhered to. Respond to guest complaints and ensure proper follow-up is completed. Serve as “Manager on Duty” as required and respond to emergency situations as needed. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.

Strategy and Planning

Prepare weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecast and adjust schedules throughout the week to meet business demands. Conduct inventories of linen, supplies and equipment as needed. Analyze guest satisfaction data to develop and implement plans to achieve established goals related to guest satisfaction and cleanliness scores. Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.

Financial Management

Assist the Executive Housekeeper in the development of the department’s annual budget. Monitor performance against plan in revenues, labor costs & expenses. Manage staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met. Actively participate and advise in the budget and forecasting processes which support the overall objectives of the hotel.

Managing your Team

Ensure all staff is properly trained on systems, hotel policies, service standards and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions. Assist in hiring, training and promotion of all housekeeping employees. Attract, retain, and motivate your team to uphold company standards and practices. Conduct pre-shift meetings with staff and review all information pertinent to the day’s business. Monitor, measure, and recognize performance of employees. Assist in the annual performance evaluations. Coach team by providing specific feedback to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Ensure employees are treated fairly and equitably. Handle employee issues in a professional and timely manner.

Leading with Passion

Utilize and collaborate with resources across different departments and corporate office. Motivate employees to perform to their highest standard and establish a trusting environment to enrich the culture. Focus on the mission and well-being of the departments, hotel and company. Lead by example and operate with integrity and respect. Inspire your team to embrace and demonstrate Sonesta’s core values and the guest service standards.

Qualification and Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent plus five years housekeeping experience including a minimum of one year of supervisory training/experience. Previous background from the full-service hotel industry preferred. Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial. Reading and writing abilities are required in order to communicate effectively with guests and co-workers, complete written documented tasks, order supplies, receive instructions and read equipment manuals and safety information. Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred. Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances. Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities. Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments. Experience with Microsoft Office preferred. Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility. Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals. Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 50 pounds. Frequently standing up and moving about the facility. Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility. Frequently bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and crawling. Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays. Perform other duties as assigned.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

Pay ranges from $75,000 - $80,000. Base Pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and job-specific experience/overall experience.

How we reward you

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

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. Before You Apply To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. At Sonesta, we value our team members as individuals who enhance our guests’ experiences with their unique skills and contributions. We actively support professional growth and personal happiness in each of our employees at each of our hotels, resorts, suites and cruise ships. We seek out people who will eagerly partner with us to improve the overall Sonesta experience for our guests, and the overall Sonesta experience for their fellow colleagues. 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.