Housekeeping Manager

HRI Hospitality; United States; Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Barnett is a distinctive Hyatt-affiliated hotel in New Orleans’ Warehouse District seeking a proactive Housekeeping Manager to lead daily operations, supervise Supervisors, and ensure cleanliness, productivity, and service standards. You will drive training, assess performance, and foster continuous improvement while supporting a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in hotel housekeeping, supervisory experience, and experience with HyGEO/Opera

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s in Hospitality preferred.
• Minimum 2 years housekeeping experience; at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Experience with HyGEO or Opera Cloud; Hyatt experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead daily housekeeping operations and ensure departmental standards are met.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and coaching to Housekeeping Supervisors.
• Assist with training, developing, and evaluating housekeeping staff.
• Maintain a hands‑on leadership presence and support operational needs.
• Promote a positive, team‑oriented work environment focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Training

Multi-tasking

Bilingual EN/ES

OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Associate degree in Hospitality Management

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

HyGEO

Opera Cloud

Jobbeschreibung

234 rooms | 16,000 sq. ft. meeting/event space

Amenities: contemporary rooms, rooftop pool, five signature dining venues, vibrant communal spaces.

A restored Art Deco hotel just steps from the New Orleans French Quarter, The Barnett offers an authentic New Orleans experience with curated events, live music, and standout food and beverage. Its versatile meeting and event spaces, combined with proximity to the Caesars Superdome, create an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers.

As one of the most distinctive hotels in New Orleans Warehouse District, The Barnett pulses with New Orleans energy, only blocks away from Caesar’s New Orleans and the Caesar’s Superdome. Designed to blend luxury with comfort, immaculate guest rooms cultivate a sense of ease. Each boasts vintage-inspired decor, plush bedding, and standout amenities that cater to every need. The Barnett provides a sophisticated, stylish retreat that embodies the spirit of its surroundings, ensuring an unforgettable experience for every guest.

Reporting to the Executive Housekeeper, the Housekeeping Manager serves as a hands‑on operational leader, assisting with daily departmental functions, directly supporting and supervising Housekeeping Supervisors, and ensuring consistent execution of cleanliness, productivity, and service standards.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and solution-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and embraces change and new challenges. This role requires a leader who sets high expectations, leads by example, and continuously seeks innovative ways to improve efficiency, service, and overall departmental performance.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• - High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• - Associate or bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.

Experience

• - Minimum 2 years of housekeeping experience in a hotel environment.
• - At least 1 year in a supervisory or management role required.
• - Experience leading and developing housekeeping supervisors and associates preferred.
• - Experience with housekeeping or property management systems (HyGEO, Opera Cloud, etc.) preferred.
• - Previous Hyatt experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• - Strong leadership skills with a hands‑on, lead‑by‑example management style.
• - Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• - Self‑motivated, resourceful, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• - Adaptable and receptive to change, with a commitment to continuous improvement and exceeding established standards.
• - Innovative thinker who identifies opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and the guest experience.
• - Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to remain effective under pressure.
• - Ability to motivate, train, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• - Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• - Knowledge of cleaning procedures, chemical handling, and OSHA safety standards.
• - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• - Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• - Support the Executive Housekeeper in managing daily housekeeping operations and ensuring departmental standards are consistently met.
• - Provide direct day‑to‑day supervision, guidance, and coaching to Housekeeping Supervisors.
• - Assist with training, developing, and evaluating housekeeping supervisors and associates.
• - Reinforce departmental expectations, provide real‑time feedback, and address performance concerns in coordination with the Executive Housekeeper.
• - Maintain a hands‑on leadership presence, working alongside supervisors and associates to support operational needs.
• - Promote a positive, team‑oriented work environment focused on accountability, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

Daily Operations & Quality Control

• - Assist with daily housekeeping operations, including room assignments, inspections, staffing adjustments, and public area cleanliness.
• - Support Housekeeping Supervisors in ensuring guest rooms and public areas meet established cleanliness and presentation standards.
• - Conduct room and public area inspections, providing immediate feedback and coaching when standards are not met.
• - Coordinate with Front Office and Engineering to address room readiness, maintenance concerns, and daily operational priorities.
• - Step in to assist with housekeeping duties during periods of high occupancy, staffing shortages, or operational challenges.
• - Assist in resolving guest requests and concerns promptly and professionally.

Productivity, Inventory & Cost Control

• - Assist the Executive Housekeeper with monitoring daily productivity, staffing levels, and labor utilization.
• - Support scheduling, attendance tracking, and daily staffing adjustments based on occupancy and operational needs.
• - Monitor linen, guest supplies, cleaning products, and equipment to ensure proper usage, organization, and inventory control.
• - Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and support departmental cost‑control initiatives.
• - Assist with departmental reports, inventory records, and administrative tasks as assigned.

Process Improvement & Departmental Standards

• - Support the Executive Housekeeper in implementing departmental procedures, initiatives, and operational improvements.
• - Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, cleanliness, and the overall guest experience.
• - Bring forward practical, innovative ideas and solutions to address operational challenges.
• - Embrace change and help reinforce new processes and expectations with supervisors and associates.
• - Maintain high standards of performance and encourage a culture of continuous improvement.
• - Ensure daily operations follow established company policies, brand standards, and safety and sanitation procedures.
• - Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Housekeeper or hotel management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• - Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
• - Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or appropriate equipment.
• - Ability to push and pull housekeeping carts, linen bins, and other equipment as required.
• - Ability to perform physically demanding housekeeping tasks and actively assist the team when operational needs require.
• - Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements .