Houseperson, Housekeeping

InterContinental Hotels Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage

Subsidized dental & vision

Commuter benefits

IHG One Pass travel program

50% off food & beverage

Wellness & sick time

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Career development

Job summary

InterContinental San Francisco is seeking a dedicated Houseperson to support Room Attendants and maintain luxury hotel cleanliness. You will handle linens, supplies, and guest-requested items, ensuring floors and public areas are orderly and well-kept.

The role requires physical endurance, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth within one of the world’s leading hospitality brands. Competitive pay and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and do basic math.
• Able to handle a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Room Attendants with heavy items and housekeeping supplies.
• Deliver linens, towels, and supplies to carts and assigned areas.
• Collect soiled linens and transport to laundry.
• Clean and stock floor closets and public areas; sweep and wash floors.
• Respond to guest requests promptly and courteously.
• Report maintenance issues and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain organization of housekeeping spaces and recycle materials.
• Support other housekeeping initiatives and deep-cleaning tasks as needed.

Skills

Strong

Literate

Flexible

Articulate

Service-Oriented

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Houseperson, you’ll play an essential role in supporting our Room Attendants and maintaining the high standards of cleanliness and service expected in a luxury hotel. You’ll ensure that linens, supplies, and guest-requested items are delivered promptly and that assigned floors and public areas are clean, organized, and well maintained.

• Assist Room Attendants with heavy items, including mattresses, linens, and housekeeping supplies.
• Deliver fresh linens, towels, and other supplies to Room Attendant carts, closets, and assigned areas throughout the day.
• Collect soiled linens from Room Attendant carts, closets, and assigned areas and transport them to the laundry.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and vending areas, including removing trash, wiping shelves and counters, sweeping, and waxing floors.
• Keep floor closets organized by removing and properly storing items that do not belong in these areas.
• Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests, including the delivery and retrieval of linens, cots, housekeeping supplies, and other requested items.
• Clean designated public areas, including public restrooms, fixtures, vending areas, storage areas, and other assigned spaces.
• Report maintenance issues, needed repairs, and unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Respond to guest concerns and complaints with professionalism and urgency, taking appropriate action to ensure complete guest satisfaction.
• Monitor housekeeping supplies and amenities, using resources responsibly and minimizing waste.
• Promote teamwork and exceptional service through effective daily communication and coordination with Housekeeping and other hotel departments.
• Collect newspapers and other materials for recycling, as needed.
• Assist with periodic deep-cleaning projects and other housekeeping initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Strong – This position requires the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds and push or pull items weighing up to 300 pounds. The role also requires frequent bending, kneeling, standing, walking, and moving throughout the hotel.

Literate – You should have a solid understanding of reading, writing, and basic mathematics.

Flexible – The ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential.

Articulate – You’re a warm, welcoming, and approachable communicator who takes pride in providing thoughtful, professional service to our guests and colleagues.

Service-Oriented – You understand that in a luxury hotel, the smallest details matter. You take pride in maintaining a clean, comfortable environment and creating a positive experience for every guest.

Why You’ll Love Working with IHG Hotels & Resorts at InterContinental San Francisco

The hourly pay range for this role is $26.07 to $34.76 per hour.

We believe in taking care of our colleagues with competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and meaningful career opportunities. Eligible colleagues enjoy:

• FREE medical coverage and heavily subsidized dental, vision, and other insurance beginning the first of the month following your hire date.
• Complimentary chef-prepared meals in our Colleague Dining Room.
• Commuter Benefits Program with company-paid account administration fees to help reduce transportation costs.
• Exclusive IHG One Pass Travel Program, offering deeply discounted room rates at IHG hotels worldwide.
• 50% off food and beverage when traveling on eligible IHG One Pass rates.
• BenefitHub discounts with exclusive savings on shopping, entertainment, travel, fitness memberships, technology, restaurants, and more.
• Two weeks of paid vacation during your first year, with increases to your accrual based on your years of service.
• Wellness and Sick Time accrued each pay period based on the number of hours you work.
• Eleven paid holidays each year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid parental leave to support growing families.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities with one of the world's leading hospitality companies.