Public Area Attendant

Embassy-Suites-By-Hilton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites by Hilton in Houston is seeking a Public Area Attendant to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of hotel public spaces, including lobby areas, meeting rooms, and corridors. You will assist with coffee service and concierge events, and may drive the shuttle as needed.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver license, and strong communication. You should remain calm under pressure and handle fast-paced environments with reliability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Texas driver license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to convey information clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and presentable public areas to hotel standards.
• Set up and maintain lobby functions and coffee service.
• Clean/buff floors daily and shampoo carpets as needed.
• Shampoo furniture and clean restrooms as required.
• Deliver items to guest rooms on request from front desk.
• Assist with shuttle transportation when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Stress management

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

The Public Area Attendant responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the appearance of the public areas of the hotel (as dictated by hotel vertical): deep cleaning of assigned areas, setting-up and maintaining complimentary hotel lobby functions including the coffee service and nightly concierge events, cleaning and setting-up meeting room functions, delivering service items to guest rooms upon requests from the front desk, and driving shuttle van when needed (property specific).

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• Must have a valid driver license for the applicable State and an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving record (property specific-driving).
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure

Job Duties & Functions

• Approach all encounters with guests and associates in a friendly, service oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Avion Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
• Comply at all times with Avion Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Clean/Buff floors daily according to hotel standards.
• Shampoo carpets in the public areas according to hotel standards.
• Shampoo furniture as needed according to hotel standards.
• Clean Public restrooms and ensure maintenance on a regular basis/ as needed throughout the shift
• Handle all requests for luggage assistance at check in/our in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner.
• Practice safe work habits to ensure safety to guests, fellow associates and self.
• Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to Avion Hospitality standards.
• At the end of the shift, turn in all keys and assignment sheets to the Housekeeping or Front Office.
• Complete daily assignment check list and submit to supervisor at the end of the day
• Be familiar with Avion Hospitality policies and house rules.
• Ensure that associates are, at all times, attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and all other associates.
• Put all equipment away properly after usage according to Avion Hospitality standards.
• Have knowledge of and assist in all emergency procedures during the overnight shift.
• Clean and dust floors daily according to Avion Hospitality standards.
• Maintain hotel equipment in proper working order.
• Maintain storage of hotel equipment in proper area.
• Clean guestrooms as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Housekeeping Manager.
• Attend meetings as required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by management.