Inn Houseman

Job Title: Inn Houseman
Reports to: Housekeeping Manager
Department: Housekeeping
Location: The Union League of Philadelphia (140 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102)

Description:

The Houseman position is responsible for assisting the housekeeping department and overseeing the maintenance and care of the guestrooms and general hotel premises. This individual demonstrates a professional, friendly, warm, and welcoming demeanor to all guests and employees. Must be detail-oriented, able to lift heavy items and understand cleaning basics.

This position demands good physical health. The houseman will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule, must be able to move continuously during work hours and able to lift and/or carry 25 pounds.

Responsibilities:

• Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc.
• Organizes and restocks housekeeping closets and floor landings with supplies and linen
• Removes dirty linen or trash from each floor
• Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.
• Assists in keeping the lobby area clean and neat
• Walk all floors each morning and throughout the day to collect any trash or linen
• Helps the housekeeping team with heavy lifting or special cleaning projects as directed
• Assists in placing cots in appropriate fashion per standard operating procedures
• Reports missing/found items or damaged goods to Housekeeping Manager
• Dust furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, in common spaces such as the hallways and lobby floor
• Keep the elevators clean and free of dust or debris
• Communicate with front desk regarding any guest issue or requests
• Check entire area for spills, water, etc.
• Attend staff training sessions and meetings as needed
• Complete special projects outlined by the Housekeeping Manager

Skills and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-year experience in the customer service industry
• Able to safely handle and use cleaning chemicals
• Desire and willingness to work as a team within the Inn and other departments
• Personal maturity, sound judgement, motivation, and integrity
• Timing flexible

Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a premier private club environment
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement