Housekeeping Room Attendant

Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking hotel management team that values integrity and professionalism. This role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout the hotel. You'll play a key part in ensuring guest satisfaction by keeping rooms and common areas pristine while adhering to safety regulations. As part of a dynamic team, you will engage with guests and staff, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in hospitality preferred.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and chemical handling.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of hotel areas.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Assist in emergencies to protect guests and associates.

Skills

Communication Skills

Cleaning Techniques

Customer Relations

Physical Endurance

Chemical Handling

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

YOUR NEXT DESTINATION AWAITS

Careers at Commonwealth Lodging

Top Notch Talent + World Class Hospitality

We take a proactive, hands-on approach to hotel management. Our team boasts extensive experience in all areas of hospitality management.

Core Values: Team First, Own It, Relationship Oriented, Professionalism, Integrity/Honesty

POSITION OVERVIEW: Maintain a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness of the hotel. While keeping all areas free of safety hazards and performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Clean guest rooms as assigned, ensuring hotel's established standards of cleanliness, and replace required supplies. Vacuum carpets and clean windows. Ensures carts are clean and stocked with cleaning and room supplies. Complete assignment sheets. Report all maintenance problems to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent
• Prefer 1-2 years' experience in hospitality industry in similar position.
• Previous guest/customer relations training preferred.
• Good understanding of the English language.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.
• Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8-hours in length.
• Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, requirements, and use of equipment
• Knowledge of proper chemical handling
• Must be able to reach above head and shoulder height to perform job duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain knowledge of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room rates, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals/departures and scheduled daily group activities.
• Be familiar with all local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Make beds daily with clean linens.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets daily.
• Turn in lost and found items immediately to the supervisor.
• Keep housekeeping carts stocked, clean and orderly.
• Stock linen room with supplies.
• Empty linen from housekeeping carts.
• Sweep and mop areas in front of elevators; clean all trash cans, and clean elevator track.
• Maintain pool areas. Clean pool windows and bathroom daily.
• Assists in handling emergencies in order to protect our guest and associates, and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department, Commonwealth Lodging Management and hotel policies and procedures. As well as the brand standards, policies and procedures.

This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position.