What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Associate position at Black Point Inn?
Are you a highly motivated, hardworking, and reliable
person who loves to work with people? Do you want to spend the summer working
alongside a great group of colleagues, work on New England stunning coastline
as well as at one of the most historic inns Maine has to offer? If you are
driven to succeed in a demanding yet rewarding environment, then we would like
to hear from you!
Black Point Inn is now hiring for Full Time and Part Time Housekeeping Associates for the remainder of our 2024 season. This position involves daily cleaning of the Inn public spaces and guests rooms, as well as interaction with guests regarding their needs. Our ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, energetic, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about providing an exceptional level of service. Prior experience is not required, but preferred. Training will be provided.
Location: Black Point Inn, Scarborough, ME
Hours: Full-time & part-time available; Seasonal work May through October
Compensation: $18 to $22 an hour.
Start date: Early May
Benefits: Discounted stays and food & beverage at affiliated properties
Experience: Previous hospitality experience preferred but not required, we will train the right candidate.
JOB SUMMARY:
Members of our Housekeeping Team work together to guarantee our guests clean spaces which will exceed their expectations. Working alone or with a partner, each Housekeeper is responsible for the cleanliness of guest rooms, hallways, activity areas, and public spaces on the property. Major responsibilities include servicing accommodations according to property procedures, stocking housekeeping carts, replacing bed linens and supplying guest room amenities. This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work without constant direct supervision.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintain a neat and professional appearance with a properly cleaned uniform.
Using provided supplies, efficiently and effectively clean and maintain guest rooms and public spaces. This includes, but is not limited to making beds, changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, supplying amenities, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, washing windows, replacing light bulbs, folding linens, as well as removing dirty linens, towels, garbage and recycling, all with attention to detail and to the standards set by property management.
Must work with a variety of cleaning chemicals, following appropriate directions and in accordance with OSHA and State of Maine regulations.
Must be able to push cleaning cart with supplies and equipment on both inside and outside surfaces. Work with colleagues to keep storage areas cleaned and supplied.
Greet guests warmly and politely, using discretion to avoid disturbing guests in rooms or public spaces. Understand how everything operates in guest rooms (climate control, fireplaces, fans, lighting, etc) and be able to explain operation to our guests.
Responsible for security of any room or supply closet keys, as well as for respecting the personal property and privacy of guests while working in guest rooms.
Be prepared to answer basic questions about the property, activities, etc., or know where to refer guests for answers.
Work with other members of the Housekeeping Team to ensure that guests need are continually met. Make front desk staff aware of any special needs so that notes can be made for future visits.
Handle and communicate guest requests, special needs, guest room or public space maintenance issues and guest complaints in a professional manner.
Label and submit all lost and found items according to property procedures.
Understand personal sanitation, the use of personal protective equipment and how to handle unsanitary linens, bodily fluids, etc. Be aware of ways to prevent personal injury from improper reaching, lifting, stretching and carrying.
Know who to notify in case of broken equipment or unsafe/unsanitary conditions.
Manually handle/lift/carry product up to 60 pounds between knee and shoulders.
Must have bilateral fine manipulation of both hands which may be repetitive for entire shift.
Must be vertically mobile working in limited space for entire shift.
Protect the assets of this property and Migis Hotel Group.
Salary : $18 - $22
