Houseperson

IHG; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG is seeking an on-site Housekeeping Support role in California. The position involves assisting room attendants, transporting linens to laundry, and delivering supplies to carts throughout the day.

Responsibilities include keeping floor closets clean, responding promptly to guest requests, and helping with deep cleaning projects as needed. Lifting up to 75 pounds is required and hours may include nights, weekends or holidays.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Some housekeeping experience and ability to speak English preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and push/pull up to 300 pounds.
• Frequent standing, moving about the facility.
• May be required to drive in performance of duties.
• May work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist room attendants on assigned floors and transport linens to laundry area.
• Deliver fresh linens to room attendant carts and collect dirty linens.
• Maintain cleanliness of floor closets, vending areas, and storage spaces.
• Respond to guests' requests for housekeeping supplies in a timely manner.
• Clean designated areas including public restrooms and fixtures.
• Report to supervisor any repairs or unsafe conditions.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math basics

English communication

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW:

Assist room attendants on assigned floors; collect dirty linens and transport to laundry area, deliver fresh linens to room attendant carts throughout the day. May assist with stripping linens from room and/or the cleaning of public areas. Deliver and retrieve items requested by guests and housekeeping staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Assist room attendants with heavy items such as mattresses and linens. Deliver linens and other supplies to room attendants.
• Remove all dirty linen from assigned Room Attendants’ carts and closets and transport to laundry.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of floor closets and vending areas; remove trash, wipe down shelves/counters; sweep and wax floor, remove non-floor closet items and store in appropriate areas.
• Respond to guests’ requests such as delivery of housekeeping supplies (e.g. linens, cots, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner.
• Clean other designated areas such as public restrooms, fixtures, vending areas, storage areas, and other public areas for assigned floors.
• Report to supervisor needed repairs or unsafe conditions.
• Respond to guest complaints and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and control supplies and amenities, and minimize waste within all areas of housekeeping.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• May collect newspaper and other items for recycling.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Some housekeeping experience and ability to speak English preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds and pushing and or pulling items up to 300 pounds
• Frequently standing up and moving about the facility
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility
• Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling,

Other:

• May be required to drive in the performance of duties
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when reading assignments and completing checklists.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Work Area: Housekeeping areas, guest corridors, service elevators

The hourly pay rate for this role is $24.50. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.