Housekeeping Supervisor

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta Denver (Downtown) is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to assist the Housekeeping Manager in supervising housekeeping and laundry operations, ensuring clean rooms and quality service for guests. The role includes inspecting rooms, training attendants, and performing cleaning duties as needed.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or equivalent with at least two years of housekeeping experience, including supervisory training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; two years housekeeping experience including supervisory training preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests.
• Supervise housekeeping staff and ensure cleanliness of rooms and public areas.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and performance management.
• Inspect suites and public areas for cleanliness and repairs.
• Assist with scheduling and room cleaning assignments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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).

The Housekeeping Supervisor (HS) works with the Housekeeping Manager to assist in the supervision of 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 inspecting rooms and training room attendants this position will perform cleaning duties in all areas of the hotel. The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for delivering clean rooms for occupancy that meet the brand’s time, product and placement standards.

Position Details

Position Title: Housekeeping Supervisor

Location: Sonesta Denver (Downtown)

Department: Housekeeping

Reports To: Housekeeping Manager/Executive Housekeeper

Type: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Pay Range: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, based on experience.

Application Deadline: August 15th, 2026

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients.
• Manage according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards and instill a passion for customer service in all associates of the hotel.
• Partner with the Housekeeping Manager to recruit, develop, manage and monitor performance while making any recommendations for disciplinary and other human resources-related actions.
• Inspect all assigned suites and public areas to ensure furnishings, guest suites, equipment, linens, and public areas are clean and in good repair to meet guest expectations.
• Advise employees of deficiencies and instruct on corrective action.
• Provide retraining as needed.
• Assist with training of employees and ensuring that they have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their respective job duties.
• Assist with scheduling and room cleaning assignments to ensure proper coverage.
• May perform all housekeeping duties necessary including cleaning guest suites and hotel public space to ensure guest satisfaction and owner expectations.
• Partner with the Housekeeping Manager to inventory and maintain par levels for linen and room supplies.
• Monitor commercial laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order.
• Manage procedures of lost and found items.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent plus two years housekeeping experience including some supervisory training/experience preferred. Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred. Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial. Reading and writing abilities are required in order to document tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive instructions for the day and/or to read equipment manuals including safety information. Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances. Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities. 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. Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• 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
• Go Beyond @SonestaHotels

Other Benefits

• 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

WHO WE ARE

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality. We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

This job description is intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Base pay offer may vary on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific experience/overall experience.