Housekeeping - Houseperson - Full Time

Job Description Position Summary The Hotel Houseman position provides a variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the hotel facilities in a clean and orderly condition. Responsible for the accurate set-up and break-down of banquet functions as indicated on the function sheet instructions and diagrams, including banquet props and decorations. This position is also responsible for cleaning and maintaining all areas of hotel and equipment used for banquet functions to ensure a positive guest experience. Work Environment Job may involve working: Under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold). Around fumes and/or odor hazards. Around dust and/or mite hazards. Around chemicals. Around biohazards. Responsibilities Coordinates cleaning schedule according to Housekeeping Operations. Dusts both low and high areas. Wipes down or cleans various surfaces. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, extracts, waxes, buff, vacuums, etc. all types of floors. Removes and properly disposes of discarded materials. Ensures that all lobbies, guest corridors, service areas, linen closets, restrooms and storage areas are always clean and tidy. Restocks all linen and storage closets on daily basis. Restocks all cleaning supplies daily. Restocks all supplies that are needed for guestrooms and housekeepers’ carts. Assists Housekeeping Room Attendants with heavy lifting and trash removal. Uses correct cleaning chemicals for designated surfaces, according to OSHA regulations and Company safety/sanitation requirements. Operates commercial equipment, including but not limited to, carpet extractor, floor buffer, and wet/dry vacuums. Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment safely and only as intended. Responsible for turning in all lost and found articles to the Housekeeping Office to be logged. Reports accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to supervisor. Follows all of Company safety and sanitation policies. Provides guests with the utmost in service and courtesy. Completes guest requests in a timely and professional manner. Remains alert, courteous and helpful to guests and co-workers at all times. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Qualifications Desirable: fluency in English. Ability to read room numbers, dates and basic instructions. Ability to use a computer and portable electronic devices. Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a pleasant/friendly outgoing personality. Ability to effectively communicate with management and peers. Displays commitment to the Company by demonstrating initiative toward assigned tasks and willingness to learn. Must be available to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to follow instructions accurately and work with a minimum of supervision. Ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality. Ability to be well-groomed, clean and neat. Organizational skills. Physical Requirements Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Ability to stand on feet or walk up to 8 hours. Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment. Use hands or fingers, handle, or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms. Reach at shoulder level and below waist frequently, above head occasionally. Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Fast-paced work environment. Required Personal Protective Equipment Closed toe, non-canvas and non-skid soled shoes. Reporting Structure DIRECTLY REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Supervisor STATUS: Non-Exempt This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that a Curator in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Coury Hospitality