Job Summary: Regularly performs the full range and scope of housekeeping services at a Navy Gateway Inn and Suites or Navy Lodge property, including but not limited to:
- Cleaning guest rooms, interior and public spaces, storage areas, laundry rooms, exterior spaces, etc.
- Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, scrubbing, washing, moving items, polishing, cleaning, removing debris, trash, transporting linen and towels, etc.
- Using hand and powered cleaning equipment in performing duties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean guest rooms and other assigned areas.
- Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners, waxers, and polishers.
- Empties wastebaskets, dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture.
- Wash walls, partitions, air vents, disinfect, and deodorize toilet bowls, lavatories, etc.
- Wash and replace window treatments and clean ceiling fixtures.
- Change light bulbs and room partitions using ladders and scaffolds.
- Move furniture to clean underneath and behind; use step stools for windows, cabinets, mirrors, and picture frames.
- Clean bathroom areas including tubs, tiles, walls, toilets, floors, and vanities.
- Clean kitchen areas including stoves, ovens, microwaves, refrigerators, cabinets, and floors.
- Wash and disinfect dishes, utensils, and cookware.
- Clean iron and ironing board; replace covers as necessary.
- Ensure luggage racks are clean and functional, and that appropriate hangers are available.
- Ensure TVs are clean and programmed correctly; check alarm clocks and in-room phones for proper operation.
- Place appropriate amenities in rooms, including consumables and non-consumables.
- Remove and replace bed linens, inspect mattresses and pull-out sofas.
- Re-position beds upon guest checkout or at guest request.
- Greet and welcome guests, maintaining excellent guest relations.
- Maintain guest privacy and security at all times.
- Clean vacuums, mops, corridors, stairways, guest laundry, patios, and balconies.
- Shampoo rugs and carpets; polish stairway rails regularly.
- Perform scheduled deep cleaning, including carpet cleaning and cleaning pet-friendly and ADA rooms.
- Maintain cleanliness of storage rooms.
- Communicate cleaning status to supervisor via daily assignments or management system.
- Perform minor repairs and report major repairs needed.
- Inspect and clean exterior spaces such as parking lots and outside passageways.
- Assist with loading/unloading trucks or vans.
- Receive supplies, assemble, and store merchandise; may move heavy items with hand trucks.
- Use common hand tools as needed.
- Manage keys responsibly, returning all at shift end.
- Report unusual circumstances immediately to supervisor.
- Report lost and found items with room details.
- Assist with breakfast setup, replenishing, and cleanup, ensuring area is restored post-breakfast.
- Obtain food handling certifications if applicable.
- Complete safety and security training; maintain a safe environment.
- Follow protocols related to blood-borne pathogens and safety measures.
- Perform laundry operations as required.
- Possess a valid driver’s license if travel between facilities is needed.
- Obtain NHG housekeeping certification within 6 months and other certifications as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: No experience required; High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Moderate physical effort required, including moving furniture and operating lightweight powered cleaning equipment.