Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Housekeeping Attendant

Company: Taawaki Inn

Location: Clarkdale, Arizona
Reports to: Housekeeper

Classification: Non-exempt, Hourly, Full-time/Part-time

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment hotel wide. This role performs a variety of cleaning tasks, supports sanitation standards, and contributes to a positive guest and employee experience.

Guest Room Servicing & Sanitation

• Strip and make beds : Change bed linens and pillowcases daily according to hotel standards.
• Sanitize bathrooms : Scrub and disinfect toilets, showers, tubs, sinks, mirrors, and tile floors.
• Clean room surfaces : Dust, polish, and wipe down furniture, nightstands, desks, and electronics.
• Floor care : Vacuum all carpeted areas and sweep or mop hard surface floors.
• Waste removal : Empty trash bins, replace garbage liners, and discard room debris.

Amenity & Inventory Management

• Replenish room supplies : Restock complimentary toiletries, towels, coffee/tea station items, and tissues.
• Manage cart inventory : Organize and restock housekeeping carts with appropriate cleaning chemicals and fresh linens at the start and end of every shift.

Public Area Upkeep

• Maintain common areas : Vacuum corridors, wipe elevator buttons, polish lobby furniture, and clean public restrooms.

Communication & Safety Protocols

• Report maintenance issues : Immediately log broken appliances, burnt-out light bulbs, leaky faucets, or structural damage to supervisors.
• Handle lost-and-found : Securely log and turn in any items left behind by departed guests according to hotel policy.
• Follow safety standards : Adhere to occupational health and safety guidelines, including safe handling of chemicals and proper heavy-lifting techniques.

Skills and Qualifications

• Physical Stamina : Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25–50 pounds regularly throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Attention to Detail : Ability to spot small stains, dust, or misplaced items to ensure a flawless room presentation.
• Time Management : Capacity to clean an assigned quota of rooms (typically 7–10 rooms per shift) efficiently without sacrificing quality.
• Customer Service : Friendly, polite demeanor when interacting with guests in hallways or responding to special room requests.
• Language Proficiency : Ability to read labels, follow written housekeeping checklists, and communicate basic updates to the team.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours.