Supports the housekeeping manager by ensuring all cleanliness standards are met. 

• Inspects all areas of hotel that the department is responsible for cleaning. Immediately rectifies any issues.

• Promptly reports any maintenance issues

• Checks all vacant rooms and cleaned stay-over rooms

• Checks all housekeeping carts for linens, supplies and neatness

• Reports any unusual activity or areas of concern to manager

• Ensures that storage rooms (incl. Linen closets) are cleaned and stocked with linen supplies daily

• Checks assigned area at close of day making sure all equipment and supplies are stored and locked securely

• Follows proper key control procedures to ensure 100% compliance of safety procedures

• Reports room status in assigned area promptly to the Front Desk

• Assists in special projects such as inventory control, VIP requests, and monthly room inspection checks.

• Provides courteous guest service and responds promptly to guest questions, concerns or requests

• When needed, assists in performing daily laundry, housekeeping, and houseman job tasks

• Additional duties may be added at any time at the discretion of management 

Consistently models the behavior of a Baywood Ambassador who: 

• Maintains a professional image, including physical appearance, verbiage, and body language, at all times to include clean uniform and nametag

• Warmly greets both guests and coworkers (using the 10/5, first & last rule) every time they come in contact

• Actively listens to guests, responding appropriately to their questions and/or concerns. Seeks guidance and/or assistance from others to ensure satisfaction

• Fosters teamwork by offering assistance to others, as needed

• Continuously monitors the surroundings at work, in order to identify any cleanliness, safety, security, or building upkeep issues. Reports discrepancies to the proper department

• Contributes to a safe work environment by following proper safety guidelines in matters of attire, utilizing protective gear, and following safety procedures

• Recommends other Baywood properties to our guests, when asked

• Consistently demonstrates our It’s My Pleasure service philosophy by identifying and seizing each golden opportunity to exceed guest expectations

Education:

• High School graduate or equivalent required; combination of vocational and on-the-job training may substitute for degree.

Certifications / Licenses:

• Brand Certifications preferred

Experience:

• 1 year previous hotel housekeeping experience

• Previous hotel experience preferred; however, ability gained through 2 years related employment (customer service) or on-the-job training may substitute for actual hotel housekeeping experience.

• Brand experience preferred

Additional Skills: 

• Ability to read and understand and communicate chemical labels, and Safety Data Sheets, Instructions.

• Ability to gain knowledge of applicable franchise standards and procedures.

• Ability to complete applicable housekeeping forms and to communicate any problems and/or unusual conditions to management

• Ability to read and comprehend manuals

• Ability to positively communicate with guests and co-workers.

• Ability to work within scheduling guidelines

• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision

• Ability to follow schedule and ability to perform physical labor

• Ability to read and understand chemical labels, and Safety Data Sheets, Instructions

• Walking and Standing: 95% 

• Must be able to carry 40 lbs. up to 25 feet.

• Lifting, Push/Pull: 70% 

• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. regularly. 

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. to the waist, chest, and above the head. 

• Ability to push housekeeping cart regularly.

• Sitting: 5%

• Bending, Stooping, Reaching: 95% (throughout the entire shift). 

• Must be able to bend at the knees with up to 40 lbs., standing to an upright position.

• Driving: none

• Traveling: none