What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Supervisor position at Candlewood Suites on Fort Meade?
This is the top supervisory job in the Housekeeping Department. Typically supervises a small number of housekeeping and laundry employees.
Supervising all aspects of housekeeping and laundry – and ensure high standards are maintained.
Check public areas, guest rooms/suites, equipment, linens are clean and in good repair advise team members of areas of improvements.
Perform housekeeping duties necessary, including making beds as well as vacuuming and cleaning guest suites to ensure guest satisfaction.
Handle complaints and special requests to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
Comply with special needs and requests of the guests, VIPs and repeat visitors
Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, plan, and assign work and establish performance and development goals for employees. Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve employee performance.
Educate and train all employees in compliance with governmental and safety regulations.
Ensure staff is properly trained and has the tools and equipment to carry out job duties.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other department heads.
May assist with deep cleaning projects and/or assist housekeeping staff during high volume periods.
What we need from you –
High school diploma / secondary education / equivalent plus one year of housekeeping experience, including some supervisory training/experience.
Perform housekeeping duties necessary, including making beds as well as vacuuming and cleaning guest suites to ensure guest satisfaction.
In the hotel industry we cater for our guest needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Even though a shift will be assigned, in occasions we may require working varying shifts across a 7-day period, including weekends, evenings, and public holidays.
Fluency in English – a second language is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal skills
A passion for hospitality.
What we Offer –
We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a great room discount and superb training.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.10 - $19.72 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
- Rotating shift
Ability to Commute:
- Fort George G Meade, MD 20755 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort George G Meade, MD 20755: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20