Housekeeping Supervisor

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Omaha Downtown; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Omaha Downtown is looking for a Housekeeping Supervisor to oversee and ensure the cleanliness of guest rooms and corridors. The role involves training staff, inspecting rooms, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Applicants should possess supervisory experience and ideally be bilingual. This position requires the ability to provide direction, organization, and maintain safety and hygiene standards in the workplace. Strong leadership skills and relevant housekeeping experience are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience as a Housekeeper supervisor/Inspector, preferably at least one year.
• Ability to read and write basic English for completing reports.
• Minimum six months supervisory experience or one year of comparable Housekeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct housekeeping tasks to ensure cleanliness.
• Train and monitor performance of Room Attendants and Housepersons.
• Inspect areas for cleanliness and report maintenance deficiencies.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Bilingual capabilities

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High School education

Job description

A bilingual candidate is highly recommended for this role.

JOB SUMMARY

To supervise, direct, assist, and assure the completion of housekeeping tasks assigned to Room Attendants and Housepersons in guest rooms and corridors to maintain Interstate’s high standards of cleanliness.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

• Visually inspect VIP rooms, guest rooms and corridors for cleanliness and appearance.
• Prepare work orders for shampooers to clean carpets and supply room attendants to maintain par stock in closet, etc.
• Train and monitor performance of room attendants and housepersons.
• Provide organization, instruction, guidance, communication, counseling, as well as exercise good judgment.
• Ensure all jobs are completed within the shift.
• Prepare P.M. room status report.
• Take requested inventories of furniture, fixtures, equipment and supplies, etc.
• Ensure that both carts and linen/supply closets are kept clean, neat, and stocked according to departmental guidelines.
• Upon inspection of VIP rooms, make certain all VIP supplies are in place.
• Report all maintenance deficiencies in guest rooms and corridors via work orders.
• Telephone deficiencies considered emergencies (i.e. overflowing toilets broken pipes in bathrooms, lights out in bathrooms, closets, or corridors, broken mirror or window) to the maintenance department.
• Expedite special guest requests, such as extra towels, blankets or pillows.
• Open and Close Housekeeping Department.
• Turns in all lost and found items and all guest room keys.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
• Perform any related duties as requested by management.
• Assists other Housekeeping Personnel when need.
• Inspect all rooms, train and supervise all housekeeping employees. Must adhere to Hilton company policies, procedures and expectations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. High School education preferred.
• Minimum six months supervisory experience or one year of comparable Housekeeping experience acceptable.
• Ability to read and write basic English in order to complete forms such as a room status report.
• Ability to provide clear direction, instruction and guidance to subordinates.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise judgment and implement control over the performance of subordinates.
• Must have previous experience as a Housekeeper supervisor/Inspector. We prefer at least one year of experience.

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