Room Attendant

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 1

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 0

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Educational Assistance

Employee Discounts at Sonesta Hotels

Job summary

Royal Sonesta Cambridge, MA is hiring a Room Attendant to join the Housekeeping team. This full-time role supports guest room cleaning and public areas in line with Sonesta service standards.

You’ll clean rooms, respond to requests, report issues, assist with laundry when needed, and help maintain safety and efficiency. Dependability, English communication, and physical stamina are important; shifts include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Some previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred; other languages beneficial.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred.
• Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals.
• Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
• Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Clean and service assigned rooms or areas according to established standards and procedures including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, removing trash, etc.
• Notify supervisor when service is completed so rooms may be sold or occupied.
• Report any room unable to be serviced to supervisor according to established procedures.
• When assigned to laundry, monitor laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order.
• Operate washers and dryers according to hotel standards and manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Receive soiled linens and inspect for damaged or stained items.
• Fold and store clean linens, report damages to supervisor.
• Minimize waste of supplies and amenities within all areas of housekeeping.
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Handle all lost and found items according to established procedures.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Job description

## Room AttendantApply: Royal Sonesta Cambridge, MA: Full time: Posted Today: R-0074189**We’re People People. Are you?**We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ). With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting). **What this role is all about** The Room Attendant (RA) works with the Housekeeping Management Team to clean guest rooms and public space areas, and/or work in the commercial laundry facility, in accordance with brand time, product and placement standards to ensure total guest satisfaction. **What you’ll be doing****DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:* Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.* Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.* Clean and service assigned rooms or areas according to established standards and procedures including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, removing trash, etc. May include cleaning the kitchen area, room refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, dishware, etc.* Notify supervisor when service is completed so rooms may be sold or occupied. Report any room unable to be serviced to supervisor according to established procedures.* When assigned to laundry, monitor laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order. Operate washers and dryers according to hotel standards and manufacturers’ guidelines. Receive soiled linens and inspect for damaged or stained items. Fold and store clean linens, report damages to supervisor.* Minimize waste of supplies and amenities within all areas of housekeeping.* May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.* Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to supervisor.* Handle all lost and found items according to established procedures.* Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.* Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.* Perform other duties as assigned.**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**:* Some previous housekeeping experience preferred.* Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.* Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred; other languages beneficial.* Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred.* Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.* Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.* Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals.* Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays. **Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information**$24 to $26 base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to jo related knowledge, skills and job specific experience/overall experience. **How we reward you**At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: * Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance* Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match* 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match* Paid Vacation & Sick Time* Paid Parental Leave* Company-Paid Life Insurance* Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance* Educational Assistance* Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these )* Additional Perks & Employee Discounts **Our Commitment to You** Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. **Before You Apply** To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.