Senior Housekeeping Manager

Rebel Hotel Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique hotel in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a Senior Housekeeping Manager to oversee all housekeeping operations, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. The role includes managing staff, budgets, and guest relations, while fostering a positive work environment. Candidates should have extensive managerial experience in hospitality and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.

Benefits

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in hotel housekeeping.
• Experience managing unionized staff with knowledge of CBAs.
• Ability to resolve guest issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all housekeeping operations ensuring cleanliness and compliance.
• Supervise team and manage payroll to ensure cost control.
• Conduct inspections and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Guest service orientation

Operational skills

Scheduling and payroll management

Tools

Windows Operating Systems

Housekeeping management systems

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Location: Ink 48 Hotel - Rebel Hotels

Job Summary: The position is located at an independent, midsize, upscale Boutique Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. The role oversees all housekeeping operations to ensure cleanliness, efficiency, and compliance with hotel standards. The Senior Housekeeping Manager manages staff scheduling, training, inspections, inventory, and budgets, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role also involves resolving guest issues, using management systems to streamline operations, and collaborating across departments to support overall guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Full Scope of Housekeeping Operations
  • Direct and administer all housekeeping activities, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness, efficiency, and productivity across all areas of the property.
  • Establish and maintain procedures to maximize service quality and departmental effectiveness.
• Staff Supervision and Scheduling
  • Supervise housekeeping team members, including room attendants, housepersons, and laundry staff.
  • In the absence of the housekeeping supervisor, assign daily room assignments and manage workload distribution.
  • Approve and monitor daily payroll entries to ensure labor cost control and compliance with budgets.
• Training, Development, and Performance Management
  • Train new and existing housekeeping staff on proper cleaning techniques, hotel standards, and safety protocols.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and coach team members to achieve service excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Quality Assurance and Inspections
  • Conduct routine and spot inspections of guest rooms, public areas, restrooms, meeting spaces, and back-of-house areas to ensure adherence to brand and cleanliness standards.
  • Monitor product quality and coordinate with maintenance for any needed repairs or enhancements.
• Guest Satisfaction and Service Recovery
  • Act promptly and professionally to resolve guest concerns and complaints related to housekeeping.
  • Collaborate with the front office and other departments to anticipate guest needs and personalize service delivery.
• Inventory, Supplies, and Budget Management
  • Oversee housekeeping inventory, including linens, cleaning agents, guest room supplies, and equipment.
  • Manage procurement of supplies while adhering to budget guidelines and cost-efficiency practices.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and proper storage of inventory and supplies.
• Regulatory Compliance and Chemical Safety
  • Ensure proper labeling, handling, usage, and storage of all chemicals and hazardous materials in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and conduct regular safety training and audits.
• Technology and Operational Tools
  • Utilize housekeeping management systems (e.g., hotel property management systems, task management software) for tracking cleaning status, assignments, and reporting.
  • Implement digital tools to streamline operations and improve communication and accountability.
• Leadership and Interdepartmental Collaboration
  • Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
  • Actively participate in management meetings, contributing ideas for operational improvements, sustainability initiatives, and enhanced guest experiences.
  • Serve as a visible leader in the hotel, setting an example for professionalism and excellence.
• Flexible Scheduling and Availability
  • Maintain availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet the operational needs of the hotel.

Position Requirements

Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum 5 years of progressive managerial experience in the housekeeping department of a Hotel
• Must have NYC experience managing unionized staff and thorough knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), including handling grievances and disciplinary procedures.
• Strong operational skills in scheduling, payroll, inventory control, and use of housekeeping management systems.
• Excellent guest service orientation and ability to resolve issues promptly.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Must be proficient in Windows Operating Systems.
• 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.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from disparate sources and consider, adjust, or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Job Duties and Functions
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse groups of people
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Rebel Hotel Company standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Use competencies from Rebel and Brand training materials to develop self in all operational departments.
• Work with Department Heads to gain a good understanding of each position and how it affects the operation of the hotel.
• Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with all departments
• Complete required corporate training modules and become certified to train those as required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Schedule:

• Long hours sometimes required
• Scheduling varies based on needs of the hotel.
• Flexibility in schedule is a must, days/hours including weekends

Salary Range: $80,000 / Annual

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Salary Range

Position Senior Housekeeping Manager

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

This position is currently accepting applications.

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