Room Attendant- Housekeeper

Sage Hospitality Group; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group seeks a Conference Services Manager to join the Sales & Marketing team at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda. This role offers growth and learning within a hospitality-focused environment and a chance to contribute to our unconventional, approachable, down-to-earth culture in Bethesda.

The successful candidate will support guest relations, event operations and service standards with a collaborative team, while Sage fosters development and engagement across our hotels,

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of general cleaning principles, use of cleaning products and operation of standard cleaning equipment.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain carts and storerooms clean and organized.
• Clean windows, doors, walls and fixtures in rooms and public areas.
• Restock towels, amenities, and literature.
• Vacuum rooms and public areas.
• Inspect and report maintenance needs (locks, lighting, etc.).
• Secure equipment and maintain inventory.
• Provide a friendly, courteous service attitude.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Cleaning basics

Cleaning products

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Education

No formal education

Job description

Why us?

Sage Hospitality Group is in search of a Conference Services Manager to join the Sales & Marketing teamat the Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda. Are you looking for a place that will inspire and challenge you?

Let us be that place, as we show you the joys of working in hospitality!

• Un-conventional (Location and Look)
• Approachable (Upscale Unexpected Service)
• Down to Earth (Focus on sustainability efforts for guests and associates)
• Business and Leisure in Bethesda (Our Vibe)

This Embassy Suites by Hilton is a gateway to Bethesda, Rockville and the lively downtown DC scene.The team at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda looks forward to sharing their experiences with youand can offer you an environment focused on learning and development. Come and choose your nextcareer adventure at our Embassy Suites and not only have fun where you work but be a part of ourunconventional, approachable, down to earth team!

At Sage Hospitality Group, we look for innovative leaders, with an eye for disruption. Never looking forsomeone just looking for a job, we are looking for the power players, the people who want to rise to thetop. Sage allows for opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment, paying attention to the parts thatkeep us human and happy. We want to attract and retain associates that are engaged in our culture,passionate about hospitality and excited to enrich lives, one experience at a time. Sage HospitalityGroup was founded on a spirt of bold individuality. By going our own way, we have created some of theworld’s best hotels, restaurants, and experiences. But the truth is, none of it would have happenedwithout people like you. People who follow their own path, wo are hungry to learn and who love theircommunity. People who do not sit around and wait, they just do. You belong here

Job Overview

Cleans and prepares guest rooms by meeting established standards of cleanliness and propriety to assure guest satisfaction and maximize revenues.

Responsibilities

• Retrieves items from shelves and storerooms, sets up cleaning cart with supplies, constantly maintaining carts and storerooms in a clean and orderly fashion to enhance efficiency and ease of cleaning rooms.
• Cleans and wipes windows, doors, walls, closets and fixtures in rooms, public areas and hallways, often using ladders or stools to clean hard to reach areas, in order to maintain a clean, presentable and attractive facility at all times. Washes shower walls and tub, cleans toilet(s) and stall walls if applicable, wipes exposed pipes, cleans mirrors, sink(s) and walls in order to have clean and sanitary guest and public restrooms.
• Replaces towels, soaps and all room amenities and restocks literature that has been removed by previous guest or is soiled and torn to ensure adequate supply for arriving guests.
• Washes all hard floor areas (linoleum, tile, etc.) by hand to remove dirt and soiled areas.
• Dusts and polishes all furniture, fixtures and wall hangings including using a duster to reach vents and ceiling corners to remove dust and cobwebs.
• Strips bed of all linen and remakes with fresh, checking bedspread, blankets and bed pads for cleanliness, replacing if soiled.
• Lifts mattresses to check for soil between mattresses and under bed.
• Checks closet for cleanliness, wiping closet door, handle and overhead shelves and restocking the guest room supplies such as hangers, extra blankets and pillows.
• Vacuums rooms, public areas and hallways, operating vacuums weighing up to 25lbs., and lifting/moving heavy furniture in order to vacuum entire area of carpet including underneath furniture and hard to reach areas.
• Inspects all door and window locks to ensure they are in working order and immediately alerts management to an unsecured or unsafe situation for the safety of guests and employees.
• Inspects all room equipment (TV, lights/lamps, faucets, radios) to ensure proper working order and immediately reports all room status and room maintenance deficiencies, in writing, to the Executive Housekeeper for prompt repair/resolution.
• Secures and maintains custody of equipment, keys and supplies at all times in order to protect and preserve hotel property.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

No formal education or training

Experience

None

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have basic knowledge of general cleaning principles, use of cleaning products and operation of standard cleaning equipment.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. continually throughout a shift.
• Must be able to push, pull and move levers, equipment and furniture throughout a shift.
• Must be able to work with arms raised above head throughout a shift.
• Must be able to maneuver fully loaded maid cart, weighing up to 50lbs., through hallways and into/out of closets during entire work day.
• Ability to identify minute debris and dirt in poorly lit areas, and to read written instructions and computer print-outs.

Environment

• Prolonged strenuous physical activity in indoor climate-controlled environment.
• Excessive heat and humidity in laundry. Inside 95% of shift.

Benefits

• Full Time Hourly Roles:
• If the position receives tips: Supplemental Pay: Tips
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral

Salary

USD $18.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.