Housekeeping Supervisor

Sonesta International Hotels; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 
 

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to assist the Housekeeping Manager in delivering clean, well-maintained rooms and public spaces across our Columbus properties.

You will inspect rooms, train attendants, and perform cleaning duties when needed, ensuring adherence to Sonesta’s time, product, and placement standards. This role requires leadership, reliability, and a customer-focused approach to hospitality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years housekeeping supervisory experience required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong math, budgeting and reporting abilities.
• Experience with training staff and using basic office software.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Sonesta Service by supervising housekeeping to meet brand standards.
• Inspect rooms and public areas for cleanliness and repair; retrain staff as needed.
• Assist in training employees and providing tool/equipment support.
• Coordinate scheduling and room-cleaning assignments for proper coverage.
• Assist with inventory of linens and supplies and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Training & development

Scheduling

Inspection & quality control

Guest service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years housekeeping supervisory experience

Job description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Housekeeping Supervisor (HS) works with the Housekeeping Manager to assist in the supervision of the housekeeping 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.

Job Description

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.
• 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 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.
• Ability to speak, read, and write basic English; other languages beneficial.
• Reading and writing abilities are required 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
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.