Housekeeping Supervisor

Hotel Leveque; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Leveque in Davenport, Iowa is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to lead the housekeeping team and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include supervising daily operations, training new staff members, and resolving any issues that may arise. Candidates should have leadership experience and the ability to effectively communicate. Join a team committed to creating a clean and welcoming environment for guests.

Qualifications

• Ability to instruct and train team members effectively.
• Experience in maintaining cleanliness and standards in hospitality.
• Strong communication skills in the primary workplace language.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to housekeepers and housemen.
• Oversee daily operations of the housekeeping department.
• Inspect rooms for cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
• Assist in training new housekeepers on standards.
• Engage in leadership to motivate team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Safety Training

Job description

The Housekeeping Supervisor supports training and development of housekeepers and housemen while promoting the cleanliness and productivity goals of the housekeeping department. Responsible for inspecting rooms and public spaces, ensuring availability and accessibility of necessary supplies, and supporting a safe and structured work environment, the Housekeeping Supervisor plays a critical role in overall employee and guest satisfaction.

What you'll be doing...

• Provide direction and support to Housekeepers and Housemen, ensuring the Housekeeping Department is run in a smooth, efficient manner.
• Responsible to oversee the day-to-day operation of the housekeeping department to maintain the standards of service and cleanliness.
• Inspect guest rooms and public spaces to ensure cleanliness, adherence to brand standard, and overall guest satisfaction
• Assists in the development and implementation of innovative promotional and sales events by seeking out creative ways to improve service.
• Helps to ensure a clean and safe working environment, with continual emphasis on promoting employee health and safety.
• Assists in training colleagues in proper safety techniques.
• Responsible for the department orientation and training of new housekeepers and following up to ensure company and brand standards are met.
• Engage in effective leadership techniques to motivate and encourage team members toward the common goal of guest satisfaction.
• Assist in resolving issues as they arise to promote department stability.
• Clean guest rooms when necessary
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management

Requirements...

• Able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
• Able to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and pivot frequently
• Able to lift, lower, and maneuver up to 30 pounds; able to push/pull up to 150 pounds
• Experiences as a housekeeper or houseman preferred