Houseperson

Houseperson Position

An inspiring career awaits you! The Kessler Collection is a portfolio of luxury boutique hotels, unique restaurants and experiences with a Bohemian twist. The collection's captivating hotels feature curated art, original music, unique architecture and stories around every corner, all located in destinations people want to be. Our mission of inspiring places, intuitive service, and exuberant guests means we are committed to our Grand Performers learning, development, and well-being. We believe people want to be inspired!

Grand Performers in qualifying roles may enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Marriott Employee Discounts Worldwide
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(K) with Discretionary Company Matching Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

The overall objective and purpose of the Houseperson position are to provide support to the Room Attendants by transporting trash and laundry. The incumbent is responsible for bringing soiled linen to the laundry area to be washed and transferring clean linen to the rooms, as well as removing trash. They are to provide the highest level of service in support of the mission, core values, standards and goals established by the company.

Core Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with internal and external guests in a genuine warm and friendly manner using professional and Kessler standard nomenclature
• Maintain the integrity of the guests' privacy, including confidentiality of personal information and key control
• Bring all dirty linen from guest rooms to the laundry area to be washed
• Transfer clean linen from laundry room to the guest rooms
• Remove trash from guest rooms and dispose according to specifications
• Respond promptly to questions, concerns and special requests. Follow-up to ensure the guest is satisfied
• Work efficiently in order to meet daily requirements
• Solve problems proficiently
• Secure lost items according to the specifications
• Maintain a neat and organized work area
• Maintain the integrity of Company proprietary information and protect Company assets
• Maintain complete knowledge in the use of all equipment, property management systems and access according to specifications
• Maintain complete knowledge and comply with company policies and procedures
• Maintain neat, clean and professional appearance according to standards
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures. Report accidents, injuries and unsafe conditions
• Welcome and acknowledge guests with disabilities and follow proper procedures to accommodate needs.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationship and support the team to achieve our goals
• Attend required training and meetings
• All other duties as assigned, planned or un-planned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform all houseperson-related tasks and proficiently use job-related tools and equipment
• Ability to remain calm in various situations, use sound judgement and effectively solve problems
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedural manuals
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize and multi-task

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, General Education Degree or related training equivalent- required
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant work experience in similar scope and title required
• Ability to communicate in the English language preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Work Environment

• Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.
• Must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration.
• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of or less than 40 hours with or without notice.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to see, hear, reach, use fingers to handle and feel, stand, stoop, bend and crouch up to 8 hours on a daily basis.
• Push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, car, bus, airplane or other means of transportation which require sitting, waiting and standing for long and short periods of time.

The Kessler Collection is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.