Housekeeping Manager

Job Description

Job Description

A Little Bit About Us

We offer exceptional vacation homes across the country's most celebrated ski towns and coastal retreats. Each property is carefully selected, locally managed, and held to an uncompromising standard of care. We live and work in the communities we serve, which means every stay comes with generous local knowledge, genuine hospitality, and the confidence that what you booked is exactly what you'll find.

We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees both at work and beyond. Benefits and eligibility may vary by position and are subject to change. Full plan details and terms will be provided during onboarding.

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)& Holidays (non-exempt employees)
Paid Flexible Time Off & Holidays (exempt employees only)
Paid Sick Leave

Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents, which govern in the event of any discrepancy. The Company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate benefit plans and programs at any time.

About This Job

The Housekeeping Manager is responsible for leading and developing a team of housekeepers through coaching, performance management, and optimizing daily operations to meet productivity and quality standards. You'll lead recruiting, scheduling, and fostering a collaborative work environment while participating in hands-on cleaning and inspections to maintain our high standards. This role combines leadership development with operational oversight, making you a key player in delivering exceptional guest experiences while managing costs and building strong team relationships.

Compensation + Schedule

• $65,000 - $70,000 annual less payroll deductions and all required withholdings
• Up to $100 monthly car allowance for eligible employees
• 30 - 40 hours per week
• Schedule: This is a salaried role and requires you to be on call at times
• Weekends and holidays may be required

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for leading and developing the Housekeeping team through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and annual evaluations to support professional growth and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Oversee daily operations and workflow management to optimize team productivity and meet departmental objectives. Identify areas for improvement, and implement process enhancements to drive efficiency and quality outcomes.
• Ensures proper staffing and scheduling for maximum productivity.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that promotes open communication, innovation, and employee engagement. Address team conflicts constructively and in a timely manner as they arise. 
• Lead the recruiting process with interviewing, selection and onboarding new team members while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations. 
• Lead controlling payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
• Communicate priorities to staff through daily and weekly meetings.
• Participate in daily operations including cleaning and inspecting of units to maintain standards.
• Identify and report any maintenance related problems to the Maintenance and / or local Operation team. 
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with fellow regional team members and upper management team.
• Other duties as assigned because every day is different in hospitality!

Skills + Qualifications

• Experience working in hotel, hospitality, vacation or similar industry is highly preferred.
• 2 - 4 years experience working in Housekeeping, Maintenance or similar hospitality Operations position.
• Prior experience in supervisory or management level position in a similar industry.
• Tech-savvy with experience using various digital systems and applications and comfortable using mobile apps, tablets, and various software platforms.
• This role involves frequent travel between worksites, so reliable personal transportation is essential.
• Dependable and prepared. Showing up on time and ready to go is key to creating great stays for our guests and peace of mind for our homeowners.
• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Comfortable talking to people—online or in person—and being able to share information in a way that's clear, thoughtful, and represents the company in a positive way always.

Workplace Environment + Physical Requirements

• Work may take place indoors or outdoors, in a variety of settings including private homes, resorts, offices, and laundry facilities — often in varying weather conditions.
• We're in hospitality and our schedules can change based on guest and homeowner needs. Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. We require flexibility to support this.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Regular travel within the locally assigned market and / or region.
• Ability to move freely (balancing, climbing, crawling, driving, squatting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and repetitive hand/finger motions) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance.

This job description does not identify every requirement of the position. First Chair may change position requirements, responsibilities, and work environment  at any time with or without notice.

Some positions may require that you drive a personal vehicle and/or company vehicle for work purposes. Employees who are required to drive a personal vehicle must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and be at least 18 years of age. Employees who are required to drive a company vehicle must have a valid driver's license, be at least 21 years of age, and have been a licensed driver for no less than 3 years.

An offer of employment for this role will be contingent upon the successful completion of  a background check.