Inn Housekeeper Assistant - Full Time

Jobtome; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health clinic access

Estate gardens access & 40% discount

Employer medical, dental, vision, life

Paid vacation & holidays

Housing or childcare assistance

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a housekeeping team member in Asheville, NC, with a focus on guest services and room cleanliness. The position is full-time, averaging 35+ hours per week, with weekend shifts required and a starting pay of $16.32 per hour.

Responsibilities include linen handling, trash removal, cleaning guest areas, and assisting room attendants. Physical requirements include lifting up to 75 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• Prior housekeeping/custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel housekeeping operations is a plus.
• Strong guest-service orientation and ability to anticipate needs.
• Familiarity with chemical handling and cleaning techniques helpful.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Pick up dirty linen and deliver to appropriate area; maintain laundry area organization.
• Deliver clean linen and supplies to room attendants on guest floors.
• Remove trash from carts, hallways, and storage areas and dispose of properly.
• Wash glasses and cups and deliver to room attendants on guest floors.
• Vacuum and dust hallways; polish woodwork and stainless steel as needed.
• Maintain clean stairwells, sweep, mop, and dust; keep service elevators and landings clean.
• Keep closets and storage areas stocked and organized.
• Clean vending areas, including ice and beverage machines.
• Perform guest deliveries to rooms as assigned; assist with weekly cleaning projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Multitask

Initiative

Physical stamina

Clean equipment handling

Job description

The starting pay range for this position begins at $16.32/hour and is based on the level of qualifications and relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Full Time: a position averaging 35+ hours a week

Shift

8:30am – 5:00pm (shift varies based on hotel occupancy) Weekend shifts are a requirement of this position.

Benefits include:

• Access to Biltmore's on-site health clinic, wellness programs, and health fairs for all employees
• Year-round access to the estate gardens and grounds and 40% off estate retail & dining
• Employer subsidized health, life, dental, vision, and short term/long-term disability insurance (for Full-Time positions)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and SEL (for Full-Time positions)
• Monthly housing or childcare assistance and home purchase assistance (dependent upon eligibility)
• And much more!

Requirements:

• 1. Previous experience in housekeeping and/or custodial, janitorial, or related field strongly preferred.
• 2. Knowledge of hotel housekeeping and/or rooms operations preferred.
• 3. Commitment to delivering world class guest service and anticipating guest needs.
• 4. Knowledge of proper chemical handling and cleaning techniques helpful.
• 5. Proven ability to multi-task effectively, work as part of a team and under deadlines, and exercise good judgment. Must be able to prioritize.
• 6. Excellent attention to detail is a must.
• 7. Ability to be proactive and take initiative as appropriate.
• 8. Solid communication skills. Must be able to respond appropriately to guest requests.
• 9. Ability to operate/use small commercial cleaning equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• 1. Able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 75 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally (with assistance).
• 2. Endure various physical movements throughout the work area; must be able to kneel, stoop, bend, reach overhead and below.
• 3. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time throughout the shift; may occasionally work in locations where the ability to climb ladders or stairs would be required.

Essential Job Duties:

• 1. Pick up dirty linen and deliver to appropriate area. Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.
• 2. Place dirty linen in proper bins and keep laundry room organized; deliver clean linen and supplies to room attendants on the guest floors in a timely manner.
• 3. Remove trash from carts, hallways, and storage areas and dispose of properly.
• 4. Properly wash glasses and cups, and deliver to room attendants on the guest floors.
• 5. Vacuum and dust guest hallways polishing woodwork and stainless steel as needed.
• 6. Maintain clean and safe stairwells as assigned, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting; keep service elevators and landings clean.
• 7. Keep closets and storage areas stocked, neat, clean and organized.
• 8. Clean vending areas, including ice machines, and beverage machines.
• 9. Perform guest deliveries to rooms as assigned. xhqgsiq
• 10. Responsible for weekly cleaning projects on the guest floors.